Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
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 Flyer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Flyer
LicoriceResinCaramel
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralPine
Property
| Property | Flyer | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.3–14.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.1–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–35% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–25% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |