Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
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 Ella
- 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
Floral
Only in Ella
SpicyGrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Property
| Property | Ella | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Golding