Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 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 Bouclier
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Progress
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Bouclier
HerbalSpicyCitrus
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding