Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Melon
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Herkules
Citrus
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |