Southern PromisevsChallenger
Southern Promise and Challenger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Promise
Alpha acid
9.5–14.5%
Beta acid
3.6–5.8%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
South Africa
Challenger
Alpha acid
6.5–9%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Southern Promise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Challenger
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Southern Promise
HerbalWoodyBerryCitrusFloral
Only in Challenger
CedarGreen
Property
| Property | Southern Promise | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.5% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.6–5.8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–22% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 21–25% | 30–42% |
| Humulene | 23–27% | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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