Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTangerineOrangeFloral
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Sasquatch
LemonMint
Property
| Property | Elixir | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–9% |
| Origin | France | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |