EllavsMosaic

Ella and Mosaic are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ella

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

13.3–19.2%

Beta acid

4–7.8%

Total oil

2.4–3.4 mL

Australia

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 Ella

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Mosaic

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyGrapefruitTropical

Only in Ella

FloralNobleAnise

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryCitrusGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum

Property

PropertyEllaMosaic
Alpha acid13.3–19.2%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid4–7.8%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone33–40%24–26%
Total oil2.4–3.4 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene34–50%47–55%
Humulene15–22%10–16%
Caryophyllene5–18%3–8%
Farnesene12–14%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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