US CASCADE HOPS PELLETS

Description

Originating from the USDA-ARA breeding program, Cascade is an aroma-type cultivar bred in 1956 and released in 1972. It was developed by open pollination of a Fuggle seedling. Cascade is the most popular variety in craft brewing and is known for having a unique floral, spicy and citrus character with balanced bittering potential.

Pedigree : Open pollination of a Fuggle seedling, derived from Fuggle and Serebrianka

Brewing Usage : Aroma

Aroma : Medium intense floral, citrus and grapefruit tones

Possible Substitutions :

• Ahtanum™
• Amarillo®
• Centennial

Typical Beer Styles : American-style Pale Ale
Additional Information : First commercial hop from the USDA-ARS breeding program; bred in 1956 and released in 1972

Storage Stability : 48 – 52% alpha remaining after 6 months

Alpha Acids : 4.5 – 7.0%

Beta Acids : 4.5 – 7.0%

Co-Humulone : 33 – 40%

Total Oil : 0.8 – 1.5 mL / 100g

Myrcene : 45 – 60% of total oil

Humulene : 10 – 16% of total oil

Caryophyllene: 3 – 6% of total oil

Farnesene: 4 – 8% of total oil

General Trade Perception : An aroma variety with well-balanced bittering potential, good for dry hopping