ProgressvsMosaic

Progress (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Progress

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7.5%

Beta acid

1.8–2.7%

Total oil

0.5–0.8 mL

United Kingdom

Mosaic

Dual purpose

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 Progress

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Mosaic

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grassy

Only in Progress

MintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral

Only in Mosaic

BlueberryTropicalCitrusPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit

Property

PropertyProgressMosaic
Alpha acid5–7.5%11.5–13.5%
Beta acid1.8–2.7%3.2–3.9%
Co-humulone25–27%24–26%
Total oil0.5–0.8 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene25–30%47–55%
Humulene40–47%10–16%
Caryophyllene12–15%3–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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