ProgressvsHallertau Tradition
Progress and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyFruity
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFloral
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarNoble
Property
| Property | Progress | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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