Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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 Tillicum
Stone fruitCitrus
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Tillicum | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–15.5% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 9.5–11.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 13–15% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |