ProgressvsTNT Blend

Progress and TNT Blend 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

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Progress

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Fruity

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFloral

Only in TNT Blend

CitrusGreen

Property

PropertyProgressTNT Blend
Alpha acid5–7.5%11.5–13%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%-
Co-humulone25–27%-
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene25–30%-
Humulene40–47%-
Caryophyllene12–15%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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