Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimePeachMelon
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |