Vic SecretvsProgress
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
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 Vic Secret
- 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
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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