Magnum (GR)vsCascade
Magnum (GR) (bittering) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Magnum (GR)
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–2.6 mL
Germany
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 Magnum (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Magnum (GR)
AppleBlack currantCleanCleanFruity
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Magnum (GR) | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–29% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.6 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |