ClustervsYakima Gold
Cluster and Yakima Gold are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Yakima Gold
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Only in Yakima Gold
SmoothGrapefruitLemon
Property
| Property | Cluster | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |