Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrassy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |