Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Zappa
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusPine
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloral
Only in Zappa
MintSavoryFruityMangoPassion fruitTropicalFresh
Property
| Property | Cascade | Zappa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 64–65% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |