Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Dana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusPine
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Dana
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Property
| Property | Cascade | Dana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 7.2–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2.7–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 22–31% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.9–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–53% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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