CascadevsPerle (GR)
Cascade (dual purpose) and Perle (GR) (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Perle (GR)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Perle (GR)
FruityMintStone fruitHerbalEarthySlightly
Property
| Property | Cascade | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |