Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Moutere
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Moutere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPine
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrus
Only in Moutere
TropicalPassion fruitHayEarthy
Property
| Property | Cascade | Moutere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 17.5–19.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 22–23% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 15–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |