Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
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 Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Cashmere
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyGrapefruitBlack currant
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Junga | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–42% |
| Humulene | - | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Target