Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Samba
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Samba
PineappleMangoStone fruitCandyOrange
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Samba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |