Styrian KolibrivsCascade
Styrian Kolibri (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Kolibri
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 3–9% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |