SasquatchvsLiberty

Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Liberty (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

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 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

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonFloralCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineOrangeMint

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicate

Property

PropertySasquatchLiberty
Alpha acid6.6–9%3–6.5%
Beta acid8.2%3–4%
Co-humulone34–35%22–30%
Total oil-0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene60–61%15–25%
Humulene13–14%35–45%
Caryophyllene5–6%10–15%
Farnesene8–9%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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