Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicy
Only in Eclipse
Mandarin
Property
| Property | Cascade | Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 15.7–19% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.8–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |