Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Melon
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem