Green BulletvsCluster
Green Bullet and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Green Bullet
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
6.5–7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
New Zealand
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Green Bullet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Green Bullet
PineBlack currantPlumResinDried
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Green Bullet | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 6.5–7% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–43% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 28–29% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |