Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Wakatu
LimeTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Cascade | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |