Progress: bred at Wye College in 1951 and released in 1964, Progress is a cross between WGV (Whitbread Golding Variety) and a wild, American male hop. It was originally introduced as an alternative to Fuggle, but showcases a slightly sweeter aroma.
Aroma: specific aroma descriptors include grass, mint, sweet, honey, and blackcurrant.
Style Guide: English Bitters, Pale Ale, Czech Pilsner, Bock, Cask Ale, Wheat, Porter, Stout.
Substitutes: East Kent Golding, Fuggle.
Brewing values:
Alpha Acid: 6 – 7,5%,
Beta Acid: 2 – 2,7%,
Co-Humulone: 25 – 30% Alpha Acid,
Total Oil: 0,5 – 0,8 ml/100 g,
Myrcene Oil: 24 – 28%,
Caryophyllene Oil: 12 -15%,
Farnesene Oil: < 1%,
Humulene Oil: 40 - 47%.
The exact alpha acid content is indicated on every package.
Hops are packed by producers in hermetic bags which preserv aroma and bitterness of hops for at least 3 years from packaking date. "Best before" date is indicated on each bag.
Storage conditions: cold, dry place - not higher than 5°C.
