CascadevsFalconer's Flight
Cascade (dual purpose) and Falconer's Flight (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloralPine
Only in Cascade
SpicyCitrus
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalLemon
Property
| Property | Cascade | Falconer's Flight |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.4–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 43–62% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |