Michigan CoppervsMosaic
Michigan Copper (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
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 Michigan Copper
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Tropical
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |