Progress Hops

Characteristics

Progress hops were originally developed by HRI-Wye in 1951 as to alternative to the Fuggle hop variety. Progress is relatively low in alpha acids (around 6%) and is primarily used as an aroma/flavor addition. The aroma and taste is slightly sweet and can be described as almost having a lime character. Common use is for lighter beers like pale ales, lighter bitters, wheat beers. It also is a nice addition to the porter and stout styles.

Specifications

Typical Use : Aroma
Alpha Acid : 6% AAU
Origination : UK
Characteristics : Sweet, Citrus
Styles : Pale Ale, Wheat, Porter, Stout
Similar Hops : Fuggle, Goldings.
Commercial Examples : Three Floyd's Merciless Minger ESB