Product Description
Challenger Hop Pellets – 1 oz (UK)
Challenger is a versatile British dual-purpose hop developed at Wye College in 1972 by crossing Northern Brewer with a German Zattler variety. Known for its moderate bittering potential and complex aroma profile, Challenger imparts notes of cedar, green tea, and subtle citrus, making it suitable for a wide range of English-style ales.
Challenger Hops Overview
- Flavors: Cedar, green tea, floral, mild spice
- Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping)
- Best Beer Styles: English Bitter, Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, Barleywine
- Similar Varieties: Northern Brewer, Perle, Northdown
Background
Challenger quickly gained popularity in the UK brewing industry due to its balanced bitterness and aromatic qualities. Its adaptability allows it to be used effectively throughout the brewing process, contributing both to the beer's bitterness and its nuanced aroma.
Challenger Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 6.5 – 9.5% |
| Beta Acids | 3.0 – 5.0% |
| Cohumulone | 20 – 30% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.0 – 2.0 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 30 – 42% |
| Humulene | 20 – 35% |
| Caryophyllene | 5 – 10% |
| Farnesene | 1 – 3% |
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Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
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| May 13, 2026 | $4.29 | $4.29 | $4.29 | 1 |
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Description
Challenger Hop Pellets – 1 oz (UK) Challenger is a versatile British dual-purpose hop developed at Wye College in 1972 by crossing Northern Brewer with a German Zattler variety. Known for its moderate bittering potential and complex aroma profile, Challenger imparts notes of cedar, green tea, and subtle citrus, making it suitable for a wide range of English-style ales. Challenger Hops Overview Flavors: Cedar, green tea, floral, mild spice Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping) Best Beer Styles: English Bitter, Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, Barleywine Similar Varieties: Northern Brewer, Perle, Northdown Background Challenger quickly gained popularity in the UK brewing industry due to its balanced bitterness and aromatic qualities. Its adaptability allows it to be used effectively throughout the brewing process, contributing both to the beer's bitterness and its nuanced aroma. Challenger Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 6.5 – 9.5% Beta Acids 3.0 – 5.0% Cohumulone 20 – 30% of alpha acids Total Oil Content 1.0 – 2.0 mL/100g Myrcene 30 – 42% Humulene 20 – 35% Caryophyllene 5 – 10% Farnesene 1 – 3%
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| Vendor | Price | Stock | Last Updated | Action |
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Northern Brewer LLC Best Price | $4.29 | Out of Stock | 5/13/2026 | View Product → |
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