JungavsCascade

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

Junga

Bittering

Alpha acid

10–14%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.5–2.6 mL

Poland

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 Junga

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Cascade

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyGrapefruit

Only in Junga

EarthyFruityBlack currant

Only in Cascade

FloralCitrusPine

Property

PropertyJungaCascade
Alpha acid10–14%4.5–9%
Beta acid5–8%4.8–7.5%
Co-humulone29–34%30–40%
Total oil1.5–2.6 mL0.7–2.5 mL
Myrcene-45–60%
Humulene-8–20%
Caryophyllene-3–9%
Farnesene-3–9%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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