MedusavsCashmere

Medusa (aroma) and Cashmere (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Medusa

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

5–6.5%

Total oil

0.4–0.7 mL

United States

Cashmere

Dual purpose

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 Medusa

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Cashmere

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

MelonLemonLimePeach

Only in Medusa

GuavaCitrusApricotAlfalfa

Only in Cashmere

FruityCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal

Property

PropertyMedusaCashmere
Alpha acid3–5%7.7–9.1%
Beta acid5–6.5%3.3–7.1%
Co-humulone35–49%22–24%
Total oil0.4–0.7 mL1.2–1.4 mL
Myrcene54–55%39–42%
Humulene9–10%26–29%
Caryophyllene13–14%11–13%
Farnesene1–2%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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