Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |