Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Olicana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloral
Only in Cascade
SpicyCitrusPine
Only in Olicana
MangoPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Cascade | Olicana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 19–20% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 8–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |