ProgressvsX13459

Progress and X13459 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

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Progress

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick X13459

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry

Property

PropertyProgressX13459
Alpha acid5–7.5%3–5.5%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%4–5%
Co-humulone25–27%21–24%
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene25–30%-
Humulene40–47%-
Caryophyllene12–15%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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