SasquatchvsEroica

Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) 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

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonFloralOrangeMintCitrus

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertySasquatchEroica
Alpha acid6.6–9%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid8.2%3–5.3%
Co-humulone34–35%40%
Total oil-0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene60–61%55–65%
Humulene13–14%0–1%
Caryophyllene5–6%7–13%
Farnesene8–9%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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