Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Cascade
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerinePineappleLimeMangoCinnamonPear
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |