Canadian RedvinevsMosaic
Canadian Redvine (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Canadian Redvine
Alpha acid
5–6%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
Canada
Mosaic
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 Canadian Redvine
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineGrapefruit
Only in Canadian Redvine
CherryBerry
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Property
| Property | Canadian Redvine | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–6% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 47% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 69–71% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 1–3% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |