Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
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 Sládek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityPeachPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Sládek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4–11% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 23–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 35–50% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 20–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |