CashmerevsSouthern Tropic
Cashmere (dual purpose) and Southern Tropic (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonCoconutLemongrass
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachCandyHerbal
Only in Southern Tropic
TroicalGuavaButterscotchPungentPineappleBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Southern Tropic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 12.6–18.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 19–46% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 14–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 6–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–11% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |