Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Only in Ernest
GrassySpicyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Ernest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 4.4–6.3% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 50–55% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |