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
Alarka Ghosh –
Sandy Mariaca –
Good
Farhaad –