ClustervsLumberjack
Cluster and Lumberjack are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Lumberjack
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Canada
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 Lumberjack
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Only in Lumberjack
MelonCitrusSpicesCloveAllspiceBitter
Property
| Property | Cluster | Lumberjack |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |