Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
HBC 692
Alpha acid
8.9–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick HBC 692
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloralPine
Only in Cascade
SpicyCitrus
Only in HBC 692
Stone fruitPotpourriWoodyCream
Property
| Property | Cascade | HBC 692 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 8.9–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | - |
| Humulene | 8–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |