Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Godiva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Godiva
SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Godiva | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–46% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |