Hallertau TaurusvsCascade
Hallertau Taurus and Cascade are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
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 Hallertau Taurus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaPepperCurryEarthy
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Tradition