HartwickvsCascade

Hartwick (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Hartwick

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.28%

Beta acid

5.77%

Total oil

-

United States

Cascade

Dual purpose

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 Hartwick

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Cascade

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pine

Only in Hartwick

Pineapple

Only in Cascade

GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrus

Property

PropertyHartwickCascade
Alpha acid12.28%4.5–9%
Beta acid5.77%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%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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