PalisadevsProgress

Palisade (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Progress

Aroma

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 Palisade

  • 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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HoneyFloral

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtPassion fruitApricotClean

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetBlack currantFruity

Property

PropertyPalisadeProgress
Alpha acid5.5–10%5–7.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone24–29%25–27%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene45–55%25–30%
Humulene10–20%40–47%
Caryophyllene8–16%12–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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