Styrian FoxvsCluster
Styrian Fox and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 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 Fox
- 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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineapplePineCitrusHoney
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |