MosaicvsStyrian Eagle
Mosaic and Styrian Eagle 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
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |