CascadevsCeleia

Cascade (dual purpose) and Celeia (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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Cascade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicy

Only in Cascade

GrapefruitCitrusPine

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyCascadeCeleia
Alpha acid4.5–9%3–6%
Beta acid4.8–7.5%2–4%
Co-humulone30–40%25–29%
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene45–60%26–35%
Humulene8–20%18–23%
Caryophyllene3–9%8–9%
Farnesene3–9%3–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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