Cashmere Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Cashmere were developed by Washington State University with lineage from crossing Cascade and Northern Brewer, it was first released in 2013.

Cashmere really shines as an aroma and flavor hop in hop-forward beers. The exotic tropical intensity complements sour, fruit and funky ales as well.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Cashmere, the best alternatives are Amarillo®, Cascade, or Northern Brewer.

At A Glance

Profile Strong overtones of fruit, lemon, lime, peach, and melon. As a whirlpool addition brings out coconut, lemongrass, candy, and herbs.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 6.9 - 10.1%
Substitutes Amarillo®, Cascade, Northern Brewer
Pairs with Azacca™, Centennial, Citra®, Mosaic®
Beer Styles American Pale Ale, IPA, Saison, Wild Ale

General Information

Country United States
Storage Stability
Retains 75% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.9 - 10.1%
Beta Acid 3.5 - 7.1%
Cohumulone 22.0 - 24.0%
Total Oil 0.5 - 1.8 ml/100g
Myrcene 39.0 - 42.0%
Humulene 26.0 - 29.0%
Caryophyllene 12.0 - 13.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1800 - 2000 lbs/acre
Maturity Middle to Middle-Late
Susceptible Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Drippy Stem Blight.

Cashmere Aroma/Flavor Profile

Last Updated
  • 2020-11-18 12:03:40
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.