MosaicvsSummit

Mosaic (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Mosaic

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–13.5%

Beta acid

3.2–3.9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

United States

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mosaic

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summit

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTangerineEarthyGrapefruit

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyPapayaRoseBlossomBubblegum

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertyMosaicSummit
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%15–17.5%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%4–6.5%
Co-humulone24–26%26–33%
Total oil1–1.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene47–55%30–40%
Humulene10–16%18–22%
Caryophyllene3–8%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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