CeleiavsMosaic

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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

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 Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • 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

SpicyEarthy

Only in Celeia

NobleFloralLavenderHerbal

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyCeleiaMosaic
Alpha acid3–6%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid2–4%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone25–29%24–26%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene26–35%47–55%
Humulene18–23%10–16%
Caryophyllene8–9%3–8%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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