Pride of RingwoodvsChallenger
Pride of Ringwood (bittering) and Challenger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Pride of Ringwood
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Challenger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Cedar
Only in Pride of Ringwood
OakHerbal
Only in Challenger
GreenFruity
Property
| Property | Pride of Ringwood | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–39% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–41% | 30–42% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Centennial