Falconer's FlightvsMosaic
Falconer's Flight (aroma) and Mosaic (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 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 Falconer's Flight
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalGrapefruitPine
Only in Falconer's Flight
FloralLemon
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryCitrusGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Property
| Property | Falconer's Flight | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1.4–3 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 43–62% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |