Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMintMild
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding