Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
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 Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Shared aromas
Mint
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleCitrusEarthy
Only in Progress
GrassySweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Merkur | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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