Tardif de BourgognevsCascade
Tardif de Bourgogne (aroma) and Cascade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 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 Tardif de Bourgogne
- 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
FloralPine
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncenseRoseLavender
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitSpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Tardif de Bourgogne | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.2–5.3% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–5.8% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.9 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–60% |
| Humulene | - | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–9% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |