SasquatchvsTettnanger
Sasquatch and Tettnanger 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
Tettnanger
Alpha acid
2.5–5.8%
Beta acid
2.8–5.3%
Total oil
0.4–1.1 mL
Germany
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonOrangeMintCitrus
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Canada | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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