ProgressvsSaaz Late

Progress and Saaz Late 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

Saaz Late

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Progress

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Saaz Late

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity

Only in Saaz Late

EarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyProgressSaaz Late
Alpha acid5–7.5%3.5–6%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone25–27%20–25%
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene25–30%25–35%
Humulene40–47%15–25%
Caryophyllene12–15%6–9%
Farnesene0–1%15–20%
OriginUnited KingdomCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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