WillamettevsCluster
Willamette and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
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 Willamette
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Willamette | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.2% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.6 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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