Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Cluster | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |