Super PridevsCluster
Super Pride and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Super Pride
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
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 Super Pride
ResinFruityMild
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Super Pride | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–16.3% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–50% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–42% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |