NZH-107vsCluster

NZH-107 and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

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 NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Cluster

FloralEarthySweet

Property

PropertyNZH-107Cluster
Alpha acid8–11%5.5–9%
Beta acid5–7%4.5–6%
Co-humulone27–31%33–43%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene55–65%38–46%
Humulene7–10%15–20%
Caryophyllene4–8%8–10%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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