ChinookvsSticky Fingers Blend
Chinook and Sticky Fingers Blend are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyDank
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitCannabis
Only in Sticky Fingers Blend
FruityEarthy
Property
| Property | Chinook | Sticky Fingers Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11.92% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.59% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 28–29% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 18–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |