Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Pahto
Alpha acid
17–20%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pahto
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Pahto
NeutralHerbalCleanSmooth
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Pahto |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 17–20% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 26–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 58–72% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 8–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 3–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |