SasquatchvsYellow Sub

Sasquatch (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (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

Yellow Sub

Aroma

Alpha acid

6.2–7.2%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Sasquatch

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Yellow Sub

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeCitrus

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineLemonFloralMint

Only in Yellow Sub

SweetRedApricotBlackberry

Property

PropertySasquatchYellow Sub
Alpha acid6.6–9%6.2–7.2%
Beta acid8.2%-
Co-humulone34–35%-
Total oil--
Myrcene60–61%-
Humulene13–14%-
Caryophyllene5–6%-
Farnesene8–9%-
OriginCanadaGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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