Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Cluster | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |