Brewer's Gold (GR)vsCascade
Brewer's Gold (GR) (bittering) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Brewer's Gold (GR)
Alpha acid
4.5–7.8%
Beta acid
2.9–3.7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
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 Brewer's Gold (GR)
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Brewer's Gold (GR)
Black currant
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Brewer's Gold (GR) | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–7.8% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.9–3.7% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 39–48% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |