Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Chelan
FloralFruityMild
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |