Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusPapaya
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerineRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeOrangeBerryAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonGuava
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Ekuanot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 13–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 31–38% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 12–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |