Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ernest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Property
| Property | Cascade | Ernest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4.4–6.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 50–55% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |