Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herald
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Herald
OrangeGrapefruitCitrusClean
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Herald | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.9 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |