Saaz Late
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Czech Republic
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Saaz Late
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Saaz Late
EarthyHerbal
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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