Cashmere

Melon, Lime & a Whisper of Coconut • Smooth and Sessionable Cashmere was released by Washington State University in 2013, a cross of Cascade and Northern Brewer. It lives up to its name: soft melon and lime with a subtle coconut note and a notably smooth bitterness, without the aggressive edge of high-alpha American hops. At around 8% alpha acids it works as a gentle dual-purpose hop, and its silky profile makes it a favorite in pale ales and lighter IPAs where harshness has nowhere to hide. Flavor & Aroma Profile Honeydew melon Fresh lime and lemon Subtle coconut Smooth, low-cohumulone bitterness Brewing Applications Pale Ale Session IPA American IPA Hoppy Lager and Wheat Ale Usage RecommendationsFor a 5-gallon batch, Cashmere shines in late-boil, whirlpool, and dry hop additions. Pair it with Sabro to push the coconut angle or with El Dorado for a fruit-salad profile. Specifications Alpha Acid: 8% Flavor Notes: Melon, lime, coconut, smooth Typical Use: Aroma / dual-purpose Common Additions: Late boil, whirlpool, dry hop Substitutes: Sabro, El Dorado Beer Styles: Pale ales, session IPAs, hoppy lagers