Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Property
| Property | Cascade | Sovereign |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 2.1–3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 20–31% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 3–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |