EkuanotvsCluster

Ekuanot (aroma) and Cluster (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Cluster

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Cluster

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Ekuanot

LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonCitrusGuava

Only in Cluster

FloralEarthySweet

Property

PropertyEkuanotCluster
Alpha acid13–15.5%5.5–9%
Beta acid4–5.5%4.5–6%
Co-humulone31–38%33–43%
Total oil2–4.5 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene30–45%38–46%
Humulene12–20%15–20%
Caryophyllene8–12%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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