Barbe RougevsCashmere
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Cashmere (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
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 Barbe Rouge
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeHerbal
Only in Barbe Rouge
CitrusKumquatOrangeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerry
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonPeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 39–42% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |