CashmerevsStyrian Wolf
Cashmere and Styrian Wolf are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityCoconutLemongrass
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCandyHerbal
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitElderflowerVioletFloral
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Styrian Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 10–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 2.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–23% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 0.7–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 26–29% | 5–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |