Ashton Brewery Kakapo

Name: Ashton Brewery Kakapo
Brand: Beer
SKU: 656622df1603dae782794bed
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.57 (77 reviews)

Pale Ale 4.3 º 48 IBU

Ashton Brewery

This refreshing American Pale Ale highlights the sensory impact of the Nelson Sauvin hop. It pours a brilliant pale gold, releasing an aromatic bouquet of Sauvignon blanc grapes and fresh crushed gooseberries driven by this New Zealand variety. The sensory profile is defined by these distinctive vinous traits, offering a fruity complexity that remains elegant and clean. A neutral pale malt foundation ensures the hop-derived bitterness is crisp and supportive rather than heavy. At a sessionable strength, it balances its exotic fruit-forward nature with a dry, snappy finish, offering a sophisticated and highly drinkable modern craft beer experience.

Appearance. Pale golden (5-6 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Topped by a moderately large, white, creamy head with good retention and fine lacing.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity hop aroma featuring the signature Nelson Sauvin profile of white wine grapes, gooseberry, and a hint of tropical fruit. Supported by low, neutral grainy-sweet maltiness. Fermentation character is clean with virtually no esters.

Taste. Initially hop-forward with prominent flavors of fresh crushed gooseberries and Sauvignon blanc grape. The malt provides a low, supportive cracker-like base without caramel interference. Bitterness is moderate (approx. 35 IBU), providing balance without being harsh. The finish is dry and clean, with a lingering vinous hop character.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation that enhances the crispness. Smooth finish with no alcohol warmth or astringency.

Sensory Profile.