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

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Yakima Gold

Dual purpose

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

PropertyClusterYakima Gold
Alpha acid5.5–9%7–8%
Beta acid4.5–6%3.5–4.5%
Co-humulone33–43%21–23%
Total oil0.4–1 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene38–46%35–45%
Humulene15–20%18–24%
Caryophyllene8–10%5–9%
Farnesene0–1%8–12%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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