Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Cluster
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
| Property | Marynka | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |