MosaicvsSouthern Dawn
Mosaic and Southern Dawn 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 Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruityHerbal
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Southern Dawn |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11.2–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.3–5.9% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 31–33% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 22–45% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 17–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–10% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |