Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Rakau
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigApricotPineResin
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–5% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |