Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
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 Sussex
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Progress
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyMint
Only in Sussex
EarthyVanillaCitrus
Only in Progress
SweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Sussex | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–5.8% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.2% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–32% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.6 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 22–24% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding