FugglevsProgress

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

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 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 Fuggle

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Progress

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrassyMint

Only in Fuggle

WoodyMild

Only in Progress

SweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral

Property

PropertyFuggleProgress
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%5–7.5%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone25–32%25–27%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene15–25%25–30%
Humulene30–40%40–47%
Caryophyllene11–15%12–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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