ProgressvsStyrian Golding
Progress and Styrian Golding 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
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Progress
GrassyMintHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinNoble
Property
| Property | Progress | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding