Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Sussex
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MintCitrus
Only in Sussex
EarthyGrassyVanilla
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonFloralOrange
Property
| Property | Sussex | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–5.8% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.2% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 29–32% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.6 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 22–24% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |