Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Kohatu
Alpha acid
6–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Kohatu
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Kohatu
Tropical
Property
| Property | Cascade | Kohatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 11–16% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |