Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
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 Astra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyHoney
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Astra | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |