Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandy
Only in Sterling
NobleSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |