Cluster Fugget BlendvsProgress
Cluster Fugget Blend (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cluster Fugget Blend
Alpha acid
8–8.2%
Beta acid
4–4.2%
Total oil
0.9–1 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 Cluster Fugget Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
EarthyWoodySpicy
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Cluster Fugget Blend | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–8.2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–4.2% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–37% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–27% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 27–28% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–12% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |