Yellow SubvsProgress
Yellow Sub and Progress are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Yellow Sub
CitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Only in Progress
GrassyMintHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Yellow Sub | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.2–7.2% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–30% |
| Humulene | - | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Amarillo