Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 Lemondrop
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Lemondrop
LemonMintGreenMelon
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 56–58% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |