Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonHerbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicateCitrus
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |