MosaicvsSouthern Cross
Mosaic and Southern Cross 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
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Cross
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusPineSpicy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Southern Cross
LemonLimeZest
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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