CashmerevsEkuanot

Cashmere (dual purpose) and Ekuanot (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Cashmere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.7–9.1%

Beta acid

3.3–7.1%

Total oil

1.2–1.4 mL

United States

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Cashmere

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonLimeMelonHerbal

Only in Cashmere

FruityPeachCoconutLemongrassCandy

Only in Ekuanot

OrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusCitrusGuava

Property

PropertyCashmereEkuanot
Alpha acid7.7–9.1%13–15.5%
Beta acid3.3–7.1%4–5.5%
Co-humulone22–24%31–38%
Total oil1.2–1.4 mL2–4.5 mL
Myrcene39–42%30–45%
Humulene26–29%12–20%
Caryophyllene11–13%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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