EkuanotvsMosaic

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

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 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 Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Mosaic

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalPapayaCitrus

Only in Ekuanot

LemonLimeOrangeBerryAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonGuava

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerineRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyEkuanotMosaic
Alpha acid13–15.5%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid4–5.5%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone31–38%24–26%
Total oil2–4.5 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–45%47–55%
Humulene12–20%10–16%
Caryophyllene8–12%3–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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