AdeenavsMosaic

Adeena (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Mosaic

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–13.5%

Beta acid

3.2–3.9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Mosaic

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyPine

Only in Adeena

HerbalFloralLemon

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyAdeenaMosaic
Alpha acid3.5–5%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid3–4%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone34–38%24–26%
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene27–30%47–55%
Humulene31–45%10–16%
Caryophyllene15–22%3–8%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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