ProgressvsWhitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Progress (aroma) and Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Alpha acid
5.4–7.7%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SweetFloral
Only in Progress
GrassyMintHoneyBlack currantFruity
Only in Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
EarthyHerbal
Property
| Property | Progress | Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 5.4–7.7% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 35–43% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 19–27% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 35–42% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Golding