Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
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 Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonFloralOrangeMintCitrus
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 9–12% |
| Origin | Canada | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin