CascadevsMonroe

Cascade (dual purpose) and Monroe (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Cascade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4.5–9%

Beta acid

4.8–7.5%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 mL

United States

Monroe

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–2.9%

Beta acid

6.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.95–1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Cascade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Monroe

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Cascade

GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine

Only in Monroe

MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryOrangeRaspberry

Property

PropertyCascadeMonroe
Alpha acid4.5–9%2.5–2.9%
Beta acid4.8–7.5%6.5–7.5%
Co-humulone30–40%-
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL0.95–1 mL
Myrcene45–60%-
Humulene8–20%-
Caryophyllene3–9%-
Farnesene3–9%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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