Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Progress
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Summer
- 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
Grassy
Only in Progress
MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Progress | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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