Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Medusa
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Medusa
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Medusa
GuavaMelonApricotLemonLimeAlfalfaPeach
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Medusa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 35–49% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.4–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 13–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |