Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
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 Palisade
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean
Property
| Property | Cluster | Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 5.5–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 24–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |