Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineapple
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |