Bitter GoldvsProgress
Bitter Gold (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bitter Gold
Alpha acid
12–18.8%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–3.9 mL
United States
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 Bitter Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyFloral
Only in Bitter Gold
Stone fruitTropicalPearWatermelonGrapefruit
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Property
| Property | Bitter Gold | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–18.8% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–41% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.9 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–68% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 7–18% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |