JungavsMosaic

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

Junga

Bittering

Alpha acid

10–14%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.5–2.6 mL

Poland

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 Junga

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Mosaic

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthySpicyGrapefruit

Only in Junga

FruityBlack currant

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegum

Property

PropertyJungaMosaic
Alpha acid10–14%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid5–8%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone29–34%24–26%
Total oil1.5–2.6 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene-47–55%
Humulene-10–16%
Caryophyllene-3–8%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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