ClustervsPerle (US)
Cluster and Perle (US) 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
Perle (US)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Perle (US)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Perle (US)
SlightlyHerbal
Property
| Property | Cluster | Perle (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 2.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |