Canadian RedvinevsCascade
Canadian Redvine (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Canadian Redvine
Alpha acid
5–6%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
Canada
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 Canadian Redvine
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineGrapefruit
Only in Canadian Redvine
CherryBerry
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Canadian Redvine | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–6% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 47% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 69–71% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 1–3% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |