Nelson SauvinvsCascade
Nelson Sauvin (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
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 Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Enigma