Pacific JadevsProgress
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
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 Pacific Jade
- 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
Black currant
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbal
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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