Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Bullion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Bullion
Black currantSpicy
Property
| Property | Cluster | Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 5.3–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 47–50% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Bramling Cross