MarynkavsMosaic

Marynka and Mosaic are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 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 Marynka

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Mosaic

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitEarthyCitrus

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceLemonAniseHerbal

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegum

Property

PropertyMarynkaMosaic
Alpha acid7.5–12%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid10–13%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone26–33%24–26%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene28–31%47–55%
Humulene33–36%10–16%
Caryophyllene10–13%3–8%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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