PacificavsSasquatch

Pacifica (aroma) and Sasquatch (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Pacifica

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–6%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

0.9–1.2 mL

New Zealand

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Key differences

When to pick Pacifica

  • 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

CitrusOrangeFloral

Only in Pacifica

MarmaladeHayHoneyTangyZest

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonMint

Property

PropertyPacificaSasquatch
Alpha acid5–6%6.6–9%
Beta acid5–6%8.2%
Co-humulone24–26%34–35%
Total oil0.9–1.2 mL-
Myrcene10–15%60–61%
Humulene45–55%13–14%
Caryophyllene14–18%5–6%
Farnesene0–1%8–9%
OriginNew ZealandCanada
PurposeAromaDual purpose