MosaicvsWillamette
Mosaic and Willamette 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
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Willamette
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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