This article discusses a specific variety of hops. For general information about selecting, using or propogating hops, see the main hop page
General Hop Characteristics
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Chemical Composition
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Alpha Acids:
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5.5-7 %
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Beta Acids:
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4.5-7 %
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Cohumulone:
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33-40 %
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Myrcene:
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45-60 %
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Humulene:
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13 %
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Caryophyllene:
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4.5 %
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Farnesene:
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6 %
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Total Oil:
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0.8-1.5 %
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Storage
(%AA/6 Mo/20°C):
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50 %
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Growing Characteristics
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Yield:
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very high
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Harvest:
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early to midseason
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Cascade was created in the United States as an open-pollinated cross between Fuggle and Serebrianker. Its instantly recognizable grapefruit, floral aroma is characteristic of many American ales.
Cascade is also one of the easiest hop varieties to grow; it can grow well under less than ideal conditions or in short growing seasons, and unlike most varieties, if started from a good rhizome a Cascade can produce a good crop even in its first growing season.