{"product_id":"cascade","title":"Cascade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic American Citrus • Signature Grapefruit Aroma • The Pale Ale Original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCascade is the hop that launched the American craft beer revolution, prized for its unmistakable grapefruit and floral character that defined the American Pale Ale. Released in 1971 from the USDA breeding program, it remains one of the most widely grown and most reliable aroma hops in the country, equally at home in a first-time extract batch and a competition-winning pale ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith alpha acids of 6%, Cascade sits comfortably in dual-purpose territory: soft enough to use generously in late additions, yet capable of contributing smooth, moderate bitterness when added early in the boil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh grapefruit and citrus zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright floral, blossom-like aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight pine and spice undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle earthy backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, refreshing finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed sparingly, Cascade lends a gentle citrus lift to balanced styles. Loaded into the whirlpool and dry hop, it delivers the assertive grapefruit punch that made West Coast pale ales famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCascade is a staple ingredient in many American craft styles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Pale Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican IPA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmber Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlonde Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Hop \/ Harvest Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also blends beautifully with other C-hops like Centennial and Chinook, adding brightness to bigger, more resinous hop bills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a 5-gallon batch, use 0.5–1 oz at 60 minutes for clean base bitterness, then 1–2 oz across the last 10 minutes, whirlpool, and dry hop for classic citrus aroma. Lower late additions keep the beer balanced and sessionable; heavier dry hopping pushes grapefruit to the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCascade pairs naturally with a simple 2-Row and Crystal malt base — the combination that built the original American Pale Ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpha Acid: 6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor Notes: Grapefruit, citrus, floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Use: Dual-purpose, favoring aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Additions: Late boil, whirlpool, dry hop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstitutes: Centennial, Amarillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer Styles: Pale ales, IPAs, ambers, blondes, wheat beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're crafting your first pale ale or chasing the classic West Coast profile, Cascade delivers the grapefruit-and-floral signature that defines American craft beer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clawhammer Supply","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45930664526022,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46064917676230,"sku":null,"price":3.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46064917708998,"sku":null,"price":7.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46064917774534,"sku":null,"price":15.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/6682\/files\/hop-pellets.png?v=1781146143","url":"https:\/\/www.clawhammersupply.com\/products\/cascade","provider":"Clawhammer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}