CashmerevsChallenger
Cashmere and Challenger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Challenger
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Challenger
CedarGreen
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 30–42% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |