Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Satus
Alpha acid
12–14.5%
Beta acid
8.5–9%
Total oil
1.5–2.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Satus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Satus
CitrusClean
Property
| Property | Cluster | Satus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 12–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 8.5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 32–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 40–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |