Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruit
Property
| Property | Cascade | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |