MosaicvsMultihead

Mosaic (dual purpose) and Multihead (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

Multihead

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–4.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

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 Multihead

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalCitrus

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Only in Multihead

Peach

Property

PropertyMosaicMultihead
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%3.5–4.5%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%5.5–8%
Co-humulone24–26%45%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene47–55%47–49%
Humulene10–16%-
Caryophyllene3–8%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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