Yeoman
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.7–2.4 mL
United Kingdom
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 Yeoman
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Cascade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Yeoman
Noble
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Yeoman | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.7–2.4 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–49% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |