First GoldvsSasquatch
First Gold and Sasquatch are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick First Gold
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineOrangeFloral
Only in First Gold
ApricotMagnoliaRedberryHerbalHerbalSpicy
Only in Sasquatch
LemonMintCitrus
Property
| Property | First Gold | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 8–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Willamette