MosaicvsPacific Sunrise
Mosaic (dual purpose) and Pacific Sunrise (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- 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
Pine
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |