Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyPine
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Cascade | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |