MosaicvsSouthern Star
Mosaic and Southern Star 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 Star
Alpha acid
12–18.6%
Beta acid
4–7.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Star
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusTangerineRose
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyPapayaEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Southern Star
QuinceBerryFloralPineapplePassion fruitPearCassisOrangeCoffee
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Southern Star |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 12–18.6% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 25–31% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 32–38% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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