MosaicvsX13459

Mosaic (dual purpose) and X13459 (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

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

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 X13459

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalCitrus

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Only in X13459

FloralPeachStrawberry

Property

PropertyMosaicX13459
Alpha acid11.5–13.5%3–5.5%
Beta acid3.2–3.9%4–5%
Co-humulone24–26%21–24%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene47–55%-
Humulene10–16%-
Caryophyllene3–8%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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