Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Taiheke
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Only in Taiheke
CitrusTropicalGrapefruitLemonLimeSpicy
Property
| Property | Progress | Taiheke |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 5–9% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–5% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Golding