Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
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 Kazbek
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Kazbek
Lemon
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Kazbek | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |