Sticky Fingers BlendvsAmarillo
Sticky Fingers Blend (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyDank
Only in Sticky Fingers Blend
FruityEarthy
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Sticky Fingers Blend | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.92% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.59% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–29% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–70% |
| Humulene | - | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |