Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Trident
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Only in Trident
FruityTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Cascade | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | - |
| Humulene | 8–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |