Styrian KolibrivsMosaic
Styrian Kolibri (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Kolibri
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |