SonnetvsSasquatch

Sonnet (aroma) and Sasquatch (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sonnet

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.6–7.4%

Beta acid

2–3.7%

Total oil

0.2–1 mL

United States

Sasquatch

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.6–9%

Beta acid

8.2%

Total oil

-

Canada

Key differences

When to pick Sonnet

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

When to pick Sasquatch

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusLemonFloral

Only in Sonnet

HoneysuckleSweetEarthyGrassHoneyOak

Only in Sasquatch

TangerineOrangeMint

Property

PropertySonnetSasquatch
Alpha acid2.6–7.4%6.6–9%
Beta acid2–3.7%8.2%
Co-humulone-34–35%
Total oil0.2–1 mL-
Myrcene-60–61%
Humulene-13–14%
Caryophyllene-5–6%
Farnesene-8–9%
OriginUnited StatesCanada
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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