Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |