Old MissionvsChallenger
Old Mission (aroma) and Challenger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
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United States
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Old Mission
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Challenger
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Old Mission
CitrusPineSpicyHerbalBlack currantTart
Only in Challenger
CedarGreenFruity
Property
| Property | Old Mission | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.33% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.7% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–25% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–42% |
| Humulene | - | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |