TriplePearlvsChallenger
TriplePearl and Challenger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
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 TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Challenger
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Cedar
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeCitrusZestMelonResinSpicyBlack currantSandalwoodFloral
Only in Challenger
GreenFruity
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 6.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 30–42% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 24–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |