Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Cascade
FloralCitrusPine
Only in Junga
EarthyFruityBlack currant
Property
| Property | Cascade | Junga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 29–34% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.5–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | - |
| Humulene | 8–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |