Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Cashmere
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Cashmere | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.7–9.1% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–7.1% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.4 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–42% | - |
| Humulene | 26–29% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |