Pacific CrestvsMosaic
Pacific Crest (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyGrassySpicyPine
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoFloralHerbal
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusTangerinePapayaRoseBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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