CascadevsWild Loyalist
Cascade (dual purpose) and Wild Loyalist (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
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitCitrusPine
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalEarthyNoble
Property
| Property | Cascade | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 4.7–6.7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | - |
| Humulene | 8–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding