MosaicvsMonroe

Mosaic (dual purpose) and Monroe (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Mosaic

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–13.5%

Beta acid

3.2–3.9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

United States

Monroe

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–2.9%

Beta acid

6.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.95–1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Mosaic

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Monroe

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Only in Monroe

MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryOrangeRaspberry

Property

PropertyMosaicMonroe
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%2.5–2.9%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%6.5–7.5%
Co-humulone24–26%-
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.95–1 mL
Myrcene47–55%-
Humulene10–16%-
Caryophyllene3–8%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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