MosaicvsTeamaker

Mosaic (dual purpose) and Teamaker (aroma) 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

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mosaic

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Only in Teamaker

SubtleFloral

Property

PropertyMosaicTeamaker
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%0.6–1.8%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%5.4–13.2%
Co-humulone24–26%-
Total oil1–1.5 mL-
Myrcene47–55%59–61%
Humulene10–16%1–2%
Caryophyllene3–8%11–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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