Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
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
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonFloralCitrus
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineOrangeMint
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedar
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |