AdmiralvsCashmere

Admiral (bittering) and Cashmere (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Admiral

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16.2%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

United Kingdom

Cashmere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.7–9.1%

Beta acid

3.3–7.1%

Total oil

1.2–1.4 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Admiral

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Cashmere

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Admiral

OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin

Only in Cashmere

FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy

Property

PropertyAdmiralCashmere
Alpha acid13–16.2%7.7–9.1%
Beta acid4.8–6.1%3.3–7.1%
Co-humulone37–45%22–24%
Total oil1–1.7 mL1.2–1.4 mL
Myrcene39–48%39–42%
Humulene23–26%26–29%
Caryophyllene6–8%11–13%
Farnesene0–2%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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