AdmiralvsMosaic

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

Admiral

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16.2%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

United Kingdom

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 Admiral

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Mosaic

  • 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

PineCitrus

Only in Admiral

OrangeTeaFreshResinHerbal

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyAdmiralMosaic
Alpha acid13–16.2%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid4.8–6.1%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone37–45%24–26%
Total oil1–1.7 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene39–48%47–55%
Humulene23–26%10–16%
Caryophyllene6–8%3–8%
Farnesene0–2%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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