Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 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 Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleSweetLemonEarthyGrassHoneyOak
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–60% |
| Humulene | - | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |