Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Progress | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |