StrisselspaltvsCascade
Strisselspalt (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
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 Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralCitrus
Only in Strisselspalt
Herbal
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitPine
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |