Southern TropicvsCashmere
Southern Tropic (bittering) and Cashmere (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
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 Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Cashmere
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonLemongrassCoconut
Only in Southern Tropic
TroicalGuavaButterscotchPungentPineappleBubblegumCitrus
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Southern Tropic | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.6–18.1% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 5–6.5% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–46% | 39–42% |
| Humulene | 14–40% | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–14% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 8–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |