Cascade Hops – Whole Leaf 100g

Cascade Whole Leaf Hops

Cascade hops are one of the most widely used American aroma varieties, originally released in the 1970s.

They're known for their bold grapefruit and floral character, making them a staple in hop-forward styles.

Whole leaf Cascade delivers bright citrus, light spice, and classic floral notes.

It’s often used in late boil and dry hopping, where its aroma comes through clean and assertive.

Suitable for a wide range of ales — especially where crisp bitterness and aroma are equally important.

Cascade Hop Profile

• Origin: United States
• Alpha Acid: 4.5–7%
• Beta Acid: 4–6%
• Characteristics: Grapefruit, floral, citrus zest, slight spice
• Substitutes: Centennial, Amarillo, Comet
• Use: Aroma, late boil, dry hop

Cascade Hop Flavour

Cascade contributes bright grapefruit, floral citrus, and a touch of pine.

It's assertive without being harsh, and adds a signature “West Coast” note when used in whirlpool or dry hop additions.

Beer Styles for Cascade Hops

Cascade is ideal for classic American craft styles where hop character plays a central role.

• Pale Ale: Delivers grapefruit zest and floral aroma with crisp bitterness.
• IPA: Used for both aroma and dry hopping with a familiar citrus bite.
• Amber Ale: Cuts through malt with bright citrus and floral tones.
• Blonde Ale: Adds hop interest without overwhelming the base.
• Porter: Contributes light spice and citrus to contrast roast notes.

Cascade Hop Substitutes

Cascade hops can be substituted with other US aroma hops like Centennial, Amarillo, or Comet.

• Centennial: Offers a stronger citrus-pine blend, often called “Cascade on steroids.”
• Amarillo: Slightly sweeter with more orange and floral tones.
• Comet: Earthier, with citrus-pith character and more bite.

Cascade Hop Pairings

Pairs well with Chinook, Simcoe, and Mosaic when building depth and brightness in hop-forward recipes.

• Chinook: Adds piney resin to contrast Cascade’s citrus lift.
• Simcoe: Brings in tropical and dank notes for more complexity.
• Mosaic: Expands the fruit spectrum and adds berry-rich aroma.

Brewer’s Tip

For a classic American Pale Ale, try using Cascade at every stage: early for moderate bitterness, late for grapefruit punch, and dry hop for lifted aroma.

It also blends well with newer hops when you want a familiar backbone in experimental recipes.