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

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–4%

Beta acid

3–3.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Sticky Fingers Blend

Dual purpose

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

PropertyLawtonSticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid3.5–4%11.92%
Beta acid3–3.2%4.59%
Co-humulone-28–29%
Total oil--
Myrcene--
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose