Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Talus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrusRosePineTropical
Only in Talus
ResinSagePotpourriFloralCreamStone fruitWoody
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassySpicyTangerinePapayaEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Property
| Property | Talus | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.1–9.5% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 8.3–10.2% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | 34–39% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–13% | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |