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Challenger
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About
Released to the public in 1972, Challenger hops were developed at Wye College from varieties Northern Brewer and German Zattler. It accounted for a significant percentage of the hops grown in the UK during the 1980's and 1990's.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
CedarGreen TeaSweet FruitFruity
Recommended Beer Styles
Golden AleBarley WineImperial Stout
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
30-42%
Humulene
25-32%
Caryophyllene
8-10%
Farnesene
1-3%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid6.5 - 9.0%
Beta Acid3.2 - 4.5%
Co-Humulone20-25%
Technical Details
Total Oil1-1.7 mL/100g
HSI0.22
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 70%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)