Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mystic
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cluster
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mystic
Black currantCitrusPassion fruitWoody
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Mystic | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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