Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CoconutHerbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonLemongrassCandy
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthy
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |