CascadevsYellow Sub
Cascade (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (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
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Cascade | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | - |
| 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 | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |