ClustervsSasquatch

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

Cluster

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Key differences

When to pick Cluster

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Cluster

EarthySweet

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus

Property

PropertyClusterSasquatch
Alpha acid5.5–9%6.6–9%
Beta acid4.5–6%8.2%
Co-humulone33–43%34–35%
Total oil0.4–1 mL-
Myrcene38–46%60–61%
Humulene15–20%13–14%
Caryophyllene8–10%5–6%
Farnesene0–1%8–9%
OriginUnited StatesCanada
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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