Barbe RougevsProgress
Barbe Rouge and Progress are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Progress
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Barbe Rouge
CitrusKumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerryHerbal
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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