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.
Profile | Strong overtones of fruit, lemon, lime, peach, and melon. As a whirlpool addition brings out coconut, lemongrass, candy, and herbs. |
Country | United States |
Substitutes | Amarillo®, Cascade, Northern Brewer |
Pairs with | Azacca™, Centennial, Citra®, Mosaic® |
Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
Yield | 1800 - 2000 lbs/acre |
Storage | Retains 75% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F. |
Beer Styles | American Pale Ale, IPA, Saison, Wild Ale |
Susceptible | Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Drippy Stem Blight. |
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% |
Maturity | Middle to Middle-Late |