Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Floral
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus
Property
| Property | Crystal | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–9% |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt