Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
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 Idaho Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Idaho Gem
PineappleCherryCandiedHerbalMintStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralPine
Property
| Property | Idaho Gem | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.3 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–60% |
| Humulene | - | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |