Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 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 Idaho 7
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Only in Cascade
Spicy
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotOrangePapayaResinBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Cascade | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |