Vic SecretvsCluster
Vic Secret and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 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 Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbal
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |