SasquatchvsSouthern Star
Sasquatch and Southern Star are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Southern Star
Alpha acid
12–18.6%
Beta acid
4–7.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Star
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineFloralOrangeCitrus
Only in Sasquatch
LemonMint
Only in Southern Star
QuinceBerryPineappleTropicalPassion fruitPearCassisRoseCoffee
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Southern Star |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 12–18.6% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 4–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 25–31% |
| Total oil | - | 1.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 32–38% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 8–12% |
| Origin | Canada | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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