Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
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
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonFloralCitrus
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineOrangeMint
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeTropical
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 12–13% |
| Origin | Canada | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Sterling