MosaicvsProgress

Mosaic (dual purpose) and Progress (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

Progress

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7.5%

Beta acid

1.8–2.7%

Total oil

0.5–0.8 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Mosaic

  • 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
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Progress

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grassy

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Only in Progress

MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral

Property

PropertyMosaicProgress
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%5–7.5%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%1.8–2.7%
Co-humulone24–26%25–27%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.5–0.8 mL
Myrcene47–55%25–30%
Humulene10–16%40–47%
Caryophyllene3–8%12–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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