Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Gemini | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |