Dual-purpose hop variety: Enables both flavor and aroma contributions in brewing
Fruity, hay, and herbal woody profile: Adds complexity to beer and ale recipes
Consistent alpha acid range (6-9%): Supports a wide range of beer styles
Low total oil (0.3-0.6%): Reduces risk of off-flavors in finished brews
Suitable for historical styles: Ideal for American barleywine, pilsner, porter, and English pale ale
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Cluster is one of the oldest hop varieties grown in the United States and until the late 1970s, accounted for the majority of the country's hop acreage. Its pedigree is unknown, however hybridization of imported varieties and indigenous male hops has been suggested. Cluster is an excellent dual purpose hop and is often used in the reprodu