ProgressvsEast Kent Goldings
Progress (aroma) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HoneyFloral
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetBlack currantFruity
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Progress | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Golding