Mosaic^® Hops

Mosaic^® is a revolutionary dual-purpose variety that fundamentally changed the landscape of modern craft beer upon its public release in 2012. Developed by the Hop Breeding Company, this complex hybrid is the daughter of the legendary Simcoe^® and a Nugget-derived male. While some refer to it as "Citra^® on steroids," Mosaic^® offers a depth of character that stands entirely on its own. Its name is a tribute to the staggering complexity of its aromatic profile—a vast "mosaic" of sensory traits that shift and evolve depending on the brewing application. Cultivated in the Pacific Northwest, it combines high-alpha bittering potential with a peerless essential oil concentration, making it a foundational ingredient for the world’s most iconic IPAs.

The sensory profile of Mosaic^® is a brilliant and kaleidoscopic arrangement of ripe tropical fruits, forest resins, and vibrant berries. It leads with a primary, "punchy" bouquet of blueberry, mango, and papaya, followed by a sophisticated secondary layer of grapefruit zest, rose petals, and a hint of earthy pine. As the profile develops, brewers often find a pleasant "dank" complexity and a subtle sweetness reminiscent of bubblegum or stone fruit that remains substantial on the palate. Thanks to its remarkably low cohumulone levels and specific terpene ratios, Mosaic^® delivers a smooth, integrated bitterness and a saturated, fruit-forward finish—the definitive choice for a multi-dimensional, high-impact aromatic depth.