Hops UK Challenger 1 oz. YCH Pellets

Breeding/Development: England. A signature variety of the English brewing tradition, Challenger is a granddaughter of Northern Brewer with some Northdown in its lineage as well. It was released in 1972 by Wye College. Although it has limited acres elsewhere, most of this hop’s production remains in the UK.

Brewing Application: Dual purpose. As a standalone hop or part of a blend, Challenger excels for boiler, hop back, and cask additions. Right at home in any English ale formulation, it has also found application in some west coast-style American IPAs.

Sensory: Mild to moderately intense spice with elements of evergreen and ripe fruit; adds a bright, grassy character as a dry hop. Blends well with earthy or floral varieties.
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Alpha Acid Range % 6.5-8.5
Beta Acid Range % 4.0-4.5
Co-Humulone as % of Alpha 20-25
Total Oil mL/100 g 1.0-1.7
Flavour and Aroma
A spicy, cedar, green tea aroma with sweet floral flavour notes.

Characteristics
Spicy, cedar, green tea.

Bittering Characteristics
As a bittering hop it provides a refreshing, full bodied rounded bitterness and as a late hop, it gives a very crisp and fruity character.

Flavour Intensity
7 /10
About this Hop
Challenger is an excellent all-round hop, which has proved extremely popular.

Breeding
Challenger was released in 1972 by Wye College in the UK. Its Aunt is Northdown and its Grandmother is Northern Brewer. It is a tall hop with good resistance to downy mildew but it is susceptible to powdery mildew and wilt. It has good growing characteristics, long slender cones and is high yielding. Its storage stability is good.