Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
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 Sterling
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Spicy
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalFloral
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Sterling | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |