Michigan CoppervsProgress
Michigan Copper and Progress are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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 Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Progress
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralBlack currantFruity
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalCandyResin
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoney
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |