MosaicvsSticky Fingers Blend
Mosaic and Sticky Fingers Blend 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
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyEarthy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Sticky Fingers Blend
FruityDank
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Sticky Fingers Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11.92% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.59% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 28–29% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |