Challenger is a versatile British dual-purpose hop with a pleasant, rounded bitterness and a cedar, green tea and spice character. A reliable workhorse for bittering English ales, it also works well as a late addition for a subtle floral hop note.
- Alpha acid: 6.5-9%
- Aroma: Cedar, green tea, floral, spicy, fruity
- Best for: bittering and late additions in English ales
- Great in: ESBs, bitters, pale ales, porters and traditional ales
T90 pellets are the standard for homebrew use - consistent, easy to store and measure.
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