ChallengervsShaddock
Challenger (dual purpose) and Shaddock (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Shaddock
Alpha acid
4.96%
Beta acid
3.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Challenger
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Shaddock
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Challenger
CedarGreenFruity
Only in Shaddock
LimeGrapefruitOnionGarlic
Property
| Property | Challenger | Shaddock |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–9% | 4.96% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.59% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–42% | - |
| Humulene | 24–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |