BelmavsSasquatch

Belma and Sasquatch are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Key differences

When to pick Belma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeCitrus

Only in Belma

MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonFloralMint

Property

PropertyBelmaSasquatch
Alpha acid8.5–12.1%6.6–9%
Beta acid4–8%8.2%
Co-humulone-34–35%
Total oil1–2.5 mL-
Myrcene65–68%60–61%
Humulene-13–14%
Caryophyllene-5–6%
Farnesene-8–9%
OriginUnited StatesCanada
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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