HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
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 HPA-016
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in HPA-016
MandarinFruity
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | HPA-016 | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–18.7% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1.7–1.9 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |