Yellow SubvsCashmere
Yellow Sub (aroma) and Cashmere (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
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 Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cashmere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetCitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Only in Cashmere
FruityLemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Yellow Sub | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.2–7.2% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | - | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–42% |
| Humulene | - | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |