Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 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 Zappa
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cascade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineSpicy
Only in Zappa
MintSavoryFruityMangoPassion fruitTropicalFresh
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloral
Property
| Property | Zappa | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.5 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 64–65% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 4–5% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |