ProgressvsAramis

Progress and Aramis 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

Aramis

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–1.6 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Progress

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Aramis

  • 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

GrassyBlack currantFloral

Only in Progress

MintSweetHoneyFruity

Only in Aramis

GreenHerbalSpicyCitrus

Property

PropertyProgressAramis
Alpha acid5–7.5%5.5–8.5%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%3–5.5%
Co-humulone25–27%20–42%
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL1.2–1.6 mL
Myrcene25–30%38–41%
Humulene40–47%19–22%
Caryophyllene12–15%2–8%
Farnesene0–1%2–4%
OriginUnited KingdomFrance
PurposeAromaAroma

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