
Cascade is the citrus-and-floral hop behind the classic American pale ale, supplied here as a 200g pack of T90 pellets for home brewers.
It is one of the most widely used aroma hops in the world and works at every stage of the brew, from a gentle bittering charge to a big dry hop.
Hop profile
- Origin: USA
- Alpha acid: 4.5-8% (varies by harvest - check the pack)
- Aroma: grapefruit, citrus, floral, light pine
- Best for: late additions, whirlpool and dry hopping
- Great in: American pale ales, IPAs, wheat beers and session ales
- Format: T90 pellets, 200g pack
T90 pellets weigh out accurately and break up quickly in the boil or fermenter, so they are simple to work with. See our hops storage guide for keeping them fresh.
How to use
Use it early in the boil for bitterness, or late, in the whirlpool and as a dry hop for flavour and aroma. Our Hop Scheduler helps you plan the additions.
Who it's for
Pale ale and IPA brewers, and anyone wanting a forgiving, versatile hop to learn hop timing with.
Related hops
Try Centennial, Amarillo, Chinook, or compare varieties with our Hops Selector.