Styrian EaglevsCluster
Styrian Eagle and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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 Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |