Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimeMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |