Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 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 Lambic
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Lambic
SpicyWoody
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Lambic | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–30% |
| Humulene | - | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |