Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Minstrel
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Only in Minstrel
HerbalBerryOrange
Property
| Property | Cascade | Minstrel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 3–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.5–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 22–25% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 1–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 7–9% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |