Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
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 Zenia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Cashmere
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Zenia
DankResinOrangeOnionCitrusPineMarmaladeGarlic
Only in Cashmere
LemonLimePeachMelonCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal
Property
| Property | Zenia | Cashmere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 7.7–9.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.4–5.1% | 3.3–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1.2–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–42% |
| Humulene | - | 26–29% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |