Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
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Canada
Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonOrangeMint
Only in Zenith
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Property
| Property | Sasquatch | Zenith |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.6–9% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 8.2% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 25% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | 60–61% | 51–53% |
| Humulene | 13–14% | 18–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 8–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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