Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Pekko
PleasantCitrusMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Cluster | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |