Developed by Washington State University and released in 2013, Cashmere is the result of a marriage of Cascade and Northern Brewer. Fortuitously, it features alpha acids higher than that of Cascade.
A good dual-purpose hop, Cashmere showcases flavors lemon, lime and melon, exhibits a smooth bitterness and is mildly aromatic with a subtle herbal bouquet.
Alpha acids: 7,7% - 9,1%
Beta acids: 3,3% - 7,1%
Total oil: 1,2 - 1,4 mL/100g