HPA-016vsMosaic

HPA-016 (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 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 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

PropertyHPA-016Mosaic
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone33–37%24–26%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene35–49%47–55%
Humulene0–2%10–16%
Caryophyllene6–12%3–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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