HarmonievsMosaic

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

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

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 Harmonie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Harmonie

BananaCaramelGreenApricot

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyHarmonieMosaic
Alpha acid4–8%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid5–8%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone19–22%24–26%
Total oil0.9–1.4 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–40%47–55%
Humulene10–20%10–16%
Caryophyllene6–11%3–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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