CascadevsSitiva Blend
Cascade (dual purpose) and Sitiva Blend (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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Cascade | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |