Pacific SunrisevsCascade
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Pacific Sunrise
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyLemonOrangeMangoMelon
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |