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

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.92%

Beta acid

4.59%

Total oil

-

United States

Amarillo

Aroma

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

PropertySticky Fingers BlendAmarillo
Alpha acid11.92%7–11%
Beta acid4.59%5.5–8%
Co-humulone28–29%21–24%
Total oil-1–2.3 mL
Myrcene-40–70%
Humulene-19–24%
Caryophyllene-7–10%
Farnesene-6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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