LumberjackvsCluster
Lumberjack and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lumberjack
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Canada
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lumberjack
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Earthy
Only in Lumberjack
MelonCitrusSpicesCloveAllspiceBitter
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Property
| Property | Lumberjack | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | - | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 33–43% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–46% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |