MosaicvsPerle (GR)
Mosaic (dual purpose) and Perle (GR) (aroma) 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
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Perle (GR)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Perle (GR)
FloralFruityMintStone fruitHerbalSlightly
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |