Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
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 Bouclier
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralPine
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–9% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |