Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
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 Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Ella
SpicyGrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Property
| Property | Cluster | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 34–50% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |