Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloralPine
Only in Cascade
SpicyCitrus
Only in McKenzie
LemonNectarineMelonThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Cascade | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | - |
| Humulene | 8–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |