Hop Pellets Mosaic

Mosaic is one of the most complex and popular hops in the world, a US variety bred from Simcoe and loved for a deep mix of blueberry, mango, citrus and tropical fruit. It is a high-alpha, dual-purpose pellet that most brewers save for late and dry-hop additions in juicy, hop-forward beers.

Best suited to

• Hazy IPA and New England IPA
• American IPA and pale ale
• XPA and session ales
• Tropical, fruit-forward ales
• Dry-hopped lagers

Typical specs (vary by harvest, check the pack)

• Variety / origin: Mosaic, United States
• Form: T-90 pellets
• Purpose: Dual purpose (shines as aroma and flavour)
• Alpha acid: typically 11-14%
• Beta acid: typically 3-4%
• Co-humulone: typically 25-30% of alpha
• Total oil: typically 3-4 mL/100g
• Character: blueberry, mango, citrus, dank tropical

When to choose this over alternatives

Mosaic is prized for its layered, ever-changing fruit character, with blueberry and mango over a dank, tropical base. It is Citra's natural partner: where Citra leans clean grapefruit and lime, Mosaic adds berry and depth, so the two build a full tropical-berry wall in a hazy. It shares some resinous DNA with its parent Simcoe. Run it single-hopped to show off its complexity, or blend it with Citra and Galaxy for a modern juice bomb.

Practical notes

Mosaic rewards late use. Keep it for the whirlpool and dry hop where its blueberry and tropical fruit really shows, and use only a small early charge for bittering since the alpha is high. For a hazy or juicy pale ale, 30 to 60g of dry hops is a good starting point. A short contact time of 2 to 3 days keeps the aroma clean. Store cold and sealed, push the air out, and use within 12 months of opening.

Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team - June 2026