Cluster (US) is thought to be one of the oldest and most robust hop crops in the US. With its balanced aroma and bittering profile and outstanding storage stability, it has long been a go to hop of large commercial breweries in the US. The exact lineage of Cluster is unknown and is considered to have a clean, neutral and slightly floral flavor.
Growth Rate: Very high
Resistant to: Resistant to prunus necrotic ring-spot virus
Susceptible to: Susceptible to downy mildew and powdery mildew
Storability: Retains 80%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20 ºC (68 ºF)
Ease of Harvest: Difficult
Total Oil Composition: 0.4-0.8 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition: 38%-55%
Humulene Oil Composition: 15%-20%
Caryophyllene Oil: 6%-10%
Farnesene Oil: 0%-1%
Substitutes: Eroica, Galena
Style Guide: Barley Wine, Porter, English Pale Ale, Amber Ale, Honey Ale, Cream Ale, American Lager