Evergreen BlendvsCascade
Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
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 Evergreen Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Evergreen Blend
PeachApricotLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Evergreen Blend | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–4.5% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 30–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 20–22% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |