Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Wild Wolf
Alpha acid
8.25%
Beta acid
5.88%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Wild Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Only in Wild Wolf
FruityHerbal
Property
| Property | Cluster | Wild Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 8.25% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5.88% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |