LawtonvsSticky Fingers Blend
Lawton (bittering) and Sticky Fingers Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Lawton
Alpha acid
3.5–4%
Beta acid
3–3.2%
Total oil
-
United States
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lawton
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
- 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
EarthyDank
Only in Lawton
PungentWoody
Only in Sticky Fingers Blend
FruitySpicy
Property
| Property | Lawton | Sticky Fingers Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–4% | 11.92% |
| Beta acid | 3–3.2% | 4.59% |
| Co-humulone | - | 28–29% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |