Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in HPA-016
MandarinCitrusPineFruity
Property
| Property | Cluster | HPA-016 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 15.7–18.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.7–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |