Super GalenavsCluster

Super Galena (bittering) and Cluster (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Super Galena

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

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 Super Galena

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Cluster

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Super Galena

GrassySpicyPearPineappleGrapefruitGooseberryHoneyJuniper

Only in Cluster

FloralEarthySweet

Property

PropertySuper GalenaCluster
Alpha acid13–16%5.5–9%
Beta acid8–10%4.5–6%
Co-humulone35–40%33–43%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene45–60%38–46%
Humulene-15–20%
Caryophyllene-8–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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