SasquatchvsCluster

Sasquatch and Cluster 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

Cluster

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–9%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Cluster

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus

Only in Cluster

EarthySweet

Property

PropertySasquatchCluster
Alpha acid6.6–9%5.5–9%
Beta acid8.2%4.5–6%
Co-humulone34–35%33–43%
Total oil-0.4–1 mL
Myrcene60–61%38–46%
Humulene13–14%15–20%
Caryophyllene5–6%8–10%
Farnesene8–9%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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