Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralSpicy
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwood
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitPine
Property
| Property | Elixir | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |