MarynkavsChallenger
Marynka and Challenger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Marynka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Challenger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyHerbalCitrus
Only in Challenger
CedarGreenFruity
Property
| Property | Marynka | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 30–42% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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