CascadevsYakima Gold
Cascade and Yakima Gold are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yakima Gold
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Yakima Gold
SmoothLemon
Property
| Property | Cascade | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |