EndeavourvsProgress

Endeavour (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Endeavour

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–10.6%

Beta acid

3.8–5.3%

Total oil

1.1–1.8 mL

United Kingdom

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 Endeavour

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • 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

Black currant

Only in Endeavour

LoganberrySpicyGrapefruitLime

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyFruityFloral

Property

PropertyEndeavourProgress
Alpha acid5–10.6%5–7.5%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone30–36%25–27%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene27–37%25–30%
Humulene3–10%40–47%
Caryophyllene-12–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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