Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
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 Godiva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyTangerine
Only in Godiva
GooseberryWhite
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Godiva | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 47–55% |
| Humulene | - | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Blanc
Wai-iti