Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Cluster | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |