TaihekevsProgress

Taiheke (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Taiheke

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–9%

Beta acid

5–5.5%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

New Zealand

Progress

Aroma

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 Taiheke

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Progress

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Taiheke

CitrusTropicalGrapefruitLemonLimeSpicy

Only in Progress

GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity

Property

PropertyTaihekeProgress
Alpha acid5–9%5–7.5%
Beta acid5–5.5%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone33–40%25–27%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene50–60%25–30%
Humulene10–20%40–47%
Caryophyllene5–10%12–15%
Farnesene0–5%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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