Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 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 Loral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyPine
Only in Loral
Black currantDarkFruity
Property
| Property | Cascade | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |