BRU-1vsProgress

BRU-1 and Progress are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

BRU-1

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–2 mL

United States

Progress

Aroma

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 BRU-1

  • 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

When to pick Progress

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Fruity

Only in BRU-1

PineappleGreen

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFloral

Property

PropertyBRU-1Progress
Alpha acid13–15%5–7.5%
Beta acid8–10%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone35–37%25–27%
Total oil1.5–2 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene50–55%25–30%
Humulene7–8%40–47%
Caryophyllene9–11%12–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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