Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
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 Phoenix
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyPine
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Phoenix
MolassesChocolate
Property
| Property | Cascade | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 8–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 3.3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 24–33% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 23–25% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 29–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |