Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strata
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Only in Strata
CannabisPassion fruitStrawberryDankMusty
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Strata |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 21% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2.3–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 52–65% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 22–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 5–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Galaxy