Styrian WolfvsCashmere
Styrian Wolf and Cashmere are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemongrassFruityCoconut
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitElderflowerVioletFloral
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Styrian Wolf | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–18.5% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–6% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–23% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4.5 mL | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 39–42% |
| Humulene | 5–9% | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |