Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Cascade | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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