This vibrant Fruit Beer, designed with a Session IPA base, showcases a bright marriage of modern hops and fresh citrus. Man With A Mission leads with an aromatic explosion of zesty orange and pithy citrus peel, underscored by the clean, crackery malt profile typical of BrewDog’s fermentation. The addition of orange enhances the hop-driven tropical notes, providing a juicy mid-palate that remains crisp and refreshing. While the hopping is firm and provides a characteristic snap, the fruit integration feels natural rather than syrupy. It finishes remarkably clean and dry, making for a highly sessionable, citrus-forward experience that balances punchy bitterness with melodic fruit highlights.
Appearance.Luminous pale gold (4-6 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Pours with a thick, frothy white head that exhibits excellent retention and leaves intricate lacing as it recedes.
Aroma.Moderate to high intensity. Bright, fresh orange zest and tangerine dominate the nose, seamlessly blended with American hop notes of grapefruit and light resin. Secondary aromas include a light, bready malt sweetness and a very clean fermentation profile with negligible esters.
Taste.The palate opens with a sharp burst of orange juice and citrus pith. A neutral, cracker-like malt backbone provides support without adding significant sweetness. Hop bitterness is moderate to firm, consistent with a session-strength IPA base, leading into a crisp, dry finish. The orange character lingers as a pleasant, slightly tangy aftertaste without becoming cloying.
Mouthfeel.Light to medium-light body with a brisk, moderate-high carbonation that enhances the citrus zing. Alcohol warmth is negligible given the sessionable ABV. The beer is crisp and clean with no significant astringency despite the pithy fruit notes.
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