ClustervsGalaxy

Cluster and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Cluster

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 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 Galaxy

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Cluster

FloralEarthySweet

Only in Galaxy

Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank

Property

PropertyClusterGalaxy
Alpha acid5.5–9%11–16%
Beta acid4.5–6%5–9%
Co-humulone33–43%32–42%
Total oil0.4–1 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene38–46%33–69%
Humulene15–20%1–2%
Caryophyllene8–10%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%3–5%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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