Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonHerbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapaya
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |