TriplePearlvsProgress
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
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 TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantFloral
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeCitrusZestMelonResinSpicySandalwoodCedar
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyFruity
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |