Fantasia BlendvsProgress

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

Fantasia Blend

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4.3–6.5%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

0.9–1.25 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 Fantasia Blend

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • 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

Fruity

Only in Fantasia Blend

CaramelCreamNobleStone fruit

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFloral

Property

PropertyFantasia BlendProgress
Alpha acid4.3–6.5%5–7.5%
Beta acid-1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone-25–27%
Total oil0.9–1.25 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene-25–30%
Humulene-40–47%
Caryophyllene-12–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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