Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 Sládek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityPeachPassion fruit
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Sládek | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–11% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–40% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–50% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 20–40% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |