Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Trident
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrus
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegumGrapefruit
Only in Trident
FruityPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |