Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineFloralOrangeCitrus
Only in Sasquatch
LemonMint
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |