Cashmere Hop Pellets 1 oz

Cashmere is a modern American aroma hop that combines smooth bitterness with an expressive fruit-forward aroma. Developed by Washington State University and released in 2013, Cashmere has quickly become a favorite among craft brewers for its soft citrus, tropical fruit, and melon characteristics. With a balanced oil profile and relatively low cohumulone content, it excels in late kettle additions, whirlpool hopping, and dry hopping while contributing a clean, refined bitterness.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Yakima Chief Hops
• Hop Type: Dual Purpose
• Origin: United States
• Alpha Acid: 7.7 - 9.1%
• Beta Acid: 3.0 - 6.0%
• Cohumulone: 22 - 24%

Flavor & Aroma Profile

Cashmere is known for its smooth, approachable aroma featuring lemon, lime, melon, peach, and tropical fruit, complemented by notes of coconut, lemongrass, herbs, and a touch of sweet candy. Whirlpool and dry hop additions highlight its juicy citrus and tropical fruit character while maintaining a soft, rounded finish. Its subtle complexity makes Cashmere an excellent single-hop variety and a versatile blending hop.

Brewing Applications

Cashmere performs exceptionally well in Hazy IPA, American IPA, Pale Ale, Blonde Ale, American Wheat Beer, Session IPA, and Belgian style ales. Its smooth bitterness and bright fruit profile pair exceptionally well with Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado, Idaho 7, Sabro, and Cascade, adding depth and balance to hop forward recipes.

Recommended Hop Substitutes

If Cashmere is unavailable, consider:

• El Dorado – Similar sweet fruit character with pear and tropical notes.
• Citra – Brighter citrus with more intense tropical fruit.
• Sabro – Coconut, citrus, and tropical fruit complexity.
• Idaho 7 – Tropical fruit with apricot and citrus.
• Cascade – A lighter citrus alternative with floral undertones.

Lineage & History

Cashmere was developed by Washington State University from a cross between Cascade and Northern Brewer. The breeding program sought to combine Cascade's bright citrus aroma with the vigor, disease resistance, and brewing performance of Northern Brewer. The result is a highly versatile hop that retains Cascade's citrus heritage while introducing softer tropical fruit, melon, and coconut notes. Since its commercial release in 2013, Cashmere has become a popular choice for brewers looking to create smooth, fruit-forward beers with exceptional drinkability.