Challenger
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

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Hop Variety Description

Introduced by Wye College in 1972 this variety was bred from two trial varieties. It is very well related with its grandmother being Northern Brewer and Northdown it’s aunt. An excellent all round hop with good alpha and aroma properties. As the main copper hop it provides a refreshing, full bodied, rounded bitterness which provides an excellent platform for a late hop. As the late addition it can give a very crisp, fruity character perfect for bitters and pale ales.

Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 5-9%
Beta Range: 5-9%
Cohumulone Range: 20-25%
Total Oil: 10.0-10.5ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 7

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 30-42%
Humulene: 25%
Farsene: 1%

In THe Beer

spice
floral / herbal
woody

In The Rub

spice
cedar
green tea

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