2024 US Cascade Hop Pellets – US Citrus & Floral Aroma Hops | Northwest Hops
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US Cascade Hop Profile
Origin:
- United States
- Developed by Oregon State University (1956), released to the public in 1971
- Foundational American craft hop—key to the early craft beer movement
Type:
- Dual-purpose (used for both bittering and world-famous for aroma/flavor)
Typical Alpha Acids:
- 5.5–8%
Beta Acids:
- 4.5–7%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
- Grapefruit: Big, zesty grapefruit peel/juice (the signature Cascade trait)
- Citrus: Orange, lemon, sweet tangerine
- Floral: Wildflowers, spring blossoms, elderflower
- Spicy: Mild pepper, soft herbal spice, green tea
- Other: In some lots, light pine or subtle tropical fruit
Brewing Characteristics:
- Cascade’s iconic grapefruit-citrus-floral bouquet helped launch the American Pale Ale and IPA revolutions
- Adds bright, crisp, and approachable bitterness and layered hop aroma to all types of beer
- Performs well in all stages—bittering, flavor, late/whirlpool, and dry hop
- Excels as a single hop and blends well with Centennial, Columbus/CTZ, Amarillo, Citra, etc.
Best Beer Styles:
- American Pale Ale (Sierra Nevada Pale Ale’s signature)
- IPA (classic citrus-forward West Coast or American IPA)
- Blonde Ale, Wheat Beer, Cream Ale
- Amber, Porter, Stout (for a clean citrus top note)
- Golden Ale, Kolsch, Hoppy Lager
Substitutes:
- Centennial (super citrus, even “Super Cascade”)
- Amarillo (more orange, slightly less floral/grapefruit)
- Canadian Cascade (very close, sometimes a bit more floral)
Fun Fact:
Cascade is the founding hop of the American craft beer revolution; its grapefruit-laced aroma is instantly recognizable and beloved by brewers and drinkers alike.
Cascade is the founding hop of the American craft beer revolution; its grapefruit-laced aroma is instantly recognizable and beloved by brewers and drinkers alike.