ClustervsPride of Ringwood
Cluster (dual purpose) and Pride of Ringwood (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pride of Ringwood
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Pride of Ringwood
CedarOakHerbal
Property
| Property | Cluster | Pride of Ringwood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 26–39% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 24–41% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |