Southern BrewervsProgress
Southern Brewer (bittering) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
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 Southern Brewer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Southern Brewer | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 38–41% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–30% |
| Humulene | - | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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