SasquatchvsDelta

Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Delta (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

Delta

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–7%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.5–1.1 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
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Delta

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonFloralOrangeMint

Only in Delta

MelonSpicy

Property

PropertySasquatchDelta
Alpha acid6.6–9%5.5–7%
Beta acid8.2%5.5–7%
Co-humulone34–35%22–24%
Total oil-0.5–1.1 mL
Myrcene60–61%25–40%
Humulene13–14%25–35%
Caryophyllene5–6%9–15%
Farnesene8–9%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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