MarynkavsCluster

Marynka and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Cluster

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Marynka

  • 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

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Earthy

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseHerbalCitrus

Only in Cluster

FloralSweet

Property

PropertyMarynkaCluster
Alpha acid7.5–12%5.5–9%
Beta acid10–13%4.5–6%
Co-humulone26–33%33–43%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene28–31%38–46%
Humulene33–36%15–20%
Caryophyllene10–13%8–10%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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