Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Cashmere
Alpha acid
7.7–9.1%
Beta acid
3.3–7.1%
Total oil
1.2–1.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Candy
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassHerbal
Property
| Property | Gemini | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 39–42% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |