Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusOrangeLemon
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineMint
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 8–9% |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |