SasquatchvsMillennium
Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
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 Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |