SasquatchvsBelma

Sasquatch and Belma are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Belma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonFloralMint

Only in Belma

MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical

Property

PropertySasquatchBelma
Alpha acid6.6–9%8.5–12.1%
Beta acid8.2%4–8%
Co-humulone34–35%-
Total oil-1–2.5 mL
Myrcene60–61%65–68%
Humulene13–14%-
Caryophyllene5–6%-
Farnesene8–9%-
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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