SasquatchvsPekko

Sasquatch and Pekko are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Pekko

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

13–16%

Beta acid

3.5–5%

Total oil

1–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Pekko

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonFloralMintCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineOrange

Only in Pekko

PleasantHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSage

Property

PropertySasquatchPekko
Alpha acid6.6–9%13–16%
Beta acid8.2%3.5–5%
Co-humulone34–35%27–30%
Total oil-1–3 mL
Myrcene60–61%20–30%
Humulene13–14%20–28%
Caryophyllene5–6%15–20%
Farnesene8–9%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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