Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Marynka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyPine
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonAniseEarthyHerbal
Property
| Property | Cascade | Marynka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 7.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 10–13% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.8–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 28–31% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 33–36% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 10–13% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |