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Challenger
England
Dual-purpose (bittering & aroma) Description
A versatile English dual-purpose hop released in 1972 by Wye College. Challenger offers a rounded, spicy-earthy character with hints of cedar and marmalade. It provides clean bitterness and works well in English IPAs, bitters, and stouts.
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid Range
6.5% – 8.5%
Beta Acid Range
3% – 4.5%