Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
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 Mystic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Mystic
Black currantCitrusPassion fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Mystic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 0% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge
Huell Melon
Styrian Dragon