MosaicvsSuper Galena
Mosaic (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Super Galena
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Super Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassySpicyGrapefruit
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryTropicalCitrusPineTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Only in Super Galena
PearPineappleGooseberryHoneyJuniper
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |