Idaho 7vsMosaic

Idaho 7 (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Idaho 7

Aroma

Alpha acid

9.5–14.9%

Beta acid

3.5–5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

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 Idaho 7

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Mosaic

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalCitrusGrapefruitPapayaPineEarthy

Only in Idaho 7

Black currantApricotOrangeResinFloralBlack currant

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryGrassySpicyTangerineRoseBlossomBubblegum

Property

PropertyIdaho 7Mosaic
Alpha acid9.5–14.9%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid3.5–5%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone30–40%24–26%
Total oil1–2 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%47–55%
Humulene10–20%10–16%
Caryophyllene6–10%3–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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