Comet
Alpha acid
8–12.4%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
1–3.3 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 Comet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Comet
GrassyWild
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Comet | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12.4% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–6.1% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–45% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1–3.3 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–65% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–15% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |