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Cascade

United States
Cascade

aroma profile: Floral, Citrus, Spicy

Originating from the USDA-ARA breeding program, Cascade is an aroma type cultivar bred in 1956 and released in 1972. It is the most popular variety in craft brewing and is known for having a unique floral, spicy character with balanced bittering potential. Cascade is tolerant to downy mildew and has good pickability of medium size, compact cones.

Brewing Values

Acid/Oil
Range
Low
High

Alpha Acid

0
20
5.5-9%

Beta Acid

0
15
6-7.5%

Total Oil

0
4
0.8-2.5 mL/100g
  • Alpha Acid
    5.5 - 9%
  • Beta Acid
    6 - 7.5%
  • Co-humulone
    30 - 35%
  • Total Oil
    0.8 - 2.5 mL/100g
  • B-Pinene
    0.5 - 0.8% of total oil
  • Myrcene
    45 - 60% of total oil
  • Linalool
    0.3 - 0.6% of total oil
  • Caryophyllene
    5 - 9% of total oil
  • Farnesene
    6 - 9% of total oil
  • Humulene
    14 - 20% of total oil
  • Geraniol
    0.2 - 0.2% of total oil

1 Brewer Reviews

One of the most recognizable flavors in the industry, the medium flower and grapefruit charachteristics are sure to make your american style ales stand out, even by itself. Great when paired with other american "C" hops (Chinook, Centennial, Citra..) It's a good choice for Dry-Hopping too.

Matt | Mar 1st, 2016

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