Diamond SpringsvsCascade
Diamond Springs (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Diamond Springs
Alpha acid
4.83%
Beta acid
3.18%
Total oil
-
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 Diamond Springs
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Diamond Springs
LemonMint
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Diamond Springs | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.83% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.18% | 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 | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |