CascadevsCallista

Cascade (dual purpose) and Callista (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Cascade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4.5–9%

Beta acid

4.8–7.5%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 mL

United States

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Cascade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Callista

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pine

Only in Cascade

GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrus

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangeApricotPeachBlackberryStrawberry

Property

PropertyCascadeCallista
Alpha acid4.5–9%2–5%
Beta acid4.8–7.5%5–10%
Co-humulone30–40%15–22%
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL0.7–2.1 mL
Myrcene45–60%63–64%
Humulene8–20%-
Caryophyllene3–9%-
Farnesene3–9%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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