Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Flyer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralPine
Only in Flyer
LicoriceResinCaramel
Property
| Property | Cascade | Flyer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 8.3–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 26–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 17–25% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |