Target
Resinous
Floral
Herbal
Sugarlike
Genetic Origin: Released by Wye College in 1972 it is a 'cousin' of Challenger but with powdery mildew resistance.
Aroma Evaluation
Aroma Description
Tabacco, elderflower
Agronomic Aspects
| Growing | |
|---|---|
| Yield (kg/ ha) | 1650 - 1850 |
| Maturity | late |
| Main growing country | United Kingdom |
| Resistance against Diseases | |
|---|---|
| Wilt disease | resistant |
| Downy mildew | susceptible |
| Powdery mildew | resistant |
Ingredients
| Bitter Components | |
|---|---|
| Alpha acids % | 8.0 - 13.0 |
| Beta acids % | 4.5 - 5.5 |
| Co-humulone % rel. | 35 - 37 |
| Polyphenols | |
|---|---|
| Total polyphenols % | 4.8 |
| Xanthohumol % | 0.5 - 0.6 |
| Aroma Components | |
|---|---|
| Total oil (ml/100g) | 1.2 - 1.4 |
| Farnesene % rel. of total oil | 0 - 1.0 |
| Thiol Impact | low |
Last updated: 11/02/2025