Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyMint
Only in Progress
SweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMild
Property
| Property | Progress | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding
Styrian Golding