Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
Grassy
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMintMild
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding