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California Cluster
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About
Generally considered to be indistinguishable from other Cluster varieties, California Cluster is a true dual use hop. Used prolifically by US brewers in the early-to-mid 1900's, Clusters were widely available and cheap - providing a generic but pleasant bitterness and flavor.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
Generic Hop Bitterness And Flavor
Recommended Beer Styles
American Barley WinePorterEnglish Pale AleAmber AleHoney AleCream Ale
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid5.5 - 8.5%
Beta Acid4.5 - 5.5%
Co-Humulone36-42%
Technical Details
Total Oil- mL/100g
HSI
Brewing Usebittering