SasquatchvsSonnet

Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Sonnet (aroma) 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

Sonnet

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.6–7.4%

Beta acid

2–3.7%

Total oil

0.2–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Sonnet

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonFloralCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineOrangeMint

Only in Sonnet

HoneysuckleSweetEarthyGrassHoneyOak

Property

PropertySasquatchSonnet
Alpha acid6.6–9%2.6–7.4%
Beta acid8.2%2–3.7%
Co-humulone34–35%-
Total oil-0.2–1 mL
Myrcene60–61%-
Humulene13–14%-
Caryophyllene5–6%-
Farnesene8–9%-
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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