CascadevsSouthern Sublime
Cascade (dual purpose) and Southern Sublime (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
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Southern Sublime
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungent
Property
| Property | Cascade | Southern Sublime |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 10.8–13.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 26% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |