SasquatchvsAmarillo

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

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonFloralOrangeCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineMint

Only in Amarillo

SpicyTropicalMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertySasquatchAmarillo
Alpha acid6.6–9%7–11%
Beta acid8.2%5.5–8%
Co-humulone34–35%21–24%
Total oil-1–2.3 mL
Myrcene60–61%40–70%
Humulene13–14%19–24%
Caryophyllene5–6%7–10%
Farnesene8–9%6–9%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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