Canadian RedvinevsMosaic

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

Canadian Redvine

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–6%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

-

Canada

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 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

PropertyCanadian RedvineMosaic
Alpha acid5–6%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid5–6%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone47%24–26%
Total oil-1–1.5 mL
Myrcene69–71%47–55%
Humulene1–3%10–16%
Caryophyllene1–3%3–8%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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