Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Tillicum
Stone fruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Cluster | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |