Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Cashmere
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 Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Only in Cashmere
FruityLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–42% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |