Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Moutere
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Moutere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Moutere
TropicalGrapefruitPassion fruitHayEarthyPine
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Moutere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 17.5–19.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 22–23% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 15–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |