MosaicvsSorachi Ace
Mosaic and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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