MosaicvsStyrian Fox
Mosaic and Styrian Fox 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 Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Fox
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusPine
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerPineappleHoney
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Styrian Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 5.7–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 2.1–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 12–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |