Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cekin
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Cekin
Mild
Property
| Property | Cascade | Cekin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.65–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 7–8% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |