Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus
Property
| Property | Golding | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–9% |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding