Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Glacier
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Glacier | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding