CascadevsBramling Cross
Cascade and Bramling Cross are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Bramling Cross
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
2.3–3.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Bramling Cross
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Only in Bramling Cross
Black currantLoganberryVanillaLemon
Property
| Property | Cascade | Bramling Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2.3–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 29–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 14–16% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |