Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zythos
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusPineTangerineGrapefruit
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassySpicyPapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Only in Zythos
Floral
Property
| Property | Mosaic | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13.5% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–3.9% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 24–26% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–55% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |