Southern BrewervsCluster Fugget Blend
Southern Brewer (bittering) and Cluster Fugget Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
Cluster Fugget Blend
Alpha acid
8–8.2%
Beta acid
4–4.2%
Total oil
0.9–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Brewer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Cluster Fugget Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyWoody
Only in Southern Brewer
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Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
GrassySpicy
Property
| Property | Southern Brewer | Cluster Fugget Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 8–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 4–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 38–41% | 30–37% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.5 mL | 0.9–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 26–27% |
| Humulene | - | 27–28% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–2% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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