CascadevsMagnum (GR)
Cascade (dual purpose) and Magnum (GR) (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Magnum (GR)
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–2.6 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Magnum (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyPine
Only in Magnum (GR)
AppleBlack currantCleanCleanFruity
Property
| Property | Cascade | Magnum (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 21–29% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.6–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |