Zula
Alpha acid
8–14%
Beta acid
3.8–7%
Total oil
1.1–2 mL
Poland
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 Zula
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Zula
CleanCitrusTropical
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFloral
Property
| Property | Zula | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–14% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–7% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 30% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.1–2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–30% |
| Humulene | - | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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