Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Property
| Property | Progress | Relax |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 0.3–4% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 10–15% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 1–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 17–30% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding