Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Cluster
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Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleCitrusLemonGrassHoneyOak
Property
| Property | Cluster | Sonnet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 2.6–7.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 2–3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.2–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |