ProgressvsAhtanum

Progress and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Progress

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7.5%

Beta acid

1.8–2.7%

Total oil

0.5–0.8 mL

United Kingdom

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Progress

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

When to pick Ahtanum

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon

Property

PropertyProgressAhtanum
Alpha acid5–7.5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone25–27%30–35%
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene25–30%45–55%
Humulene40–47%15–22%
Caryophyllene12–15%9–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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