This Hazy IPA presents a lush, tropical-forward profile driven by the expressive combination of HBC 586 and Citra Cryo. The sensory experience is dominated by an explosion of mango, lychee, and bright pink grapefruit, accented by subtle herbal undertones. A soft, pillowy malt base provides a neutral, grainy foundation that supports the intense hop saturation without adding distracting sweetness. The finish is remarkably smooth, with a restrained bitterness that allows the juicy fruit character to linger. MIRAGE captures the essence of the New England style, delivering a vibrant, opaque pour that focuses entirely on hop-derived fruit depth and a velvety mouthfeel.
Appearance.Straw to light orange in color (4-6 SRM). Opaque with a characteristic hazy shine; no visible particulates. Topped with a dense, white, meringue-like head showing excellent retention and thick lacing.
Aroma.High intensity aroma featuring heavy tropical fruit (mango, guava) and citrus (grapefruit, lime). Background malt is clean and lightly bready. Fermentation character is neutral with low fruity esters that complement the hop profile. No caramel or toast notes.
Taste.Initial impression is an intense wave of tropical fruit nectar. Dominant flavors of mango, lychee, and citrus zest are present. Malt flavor is low, suggesting neutral grain and white bread. Bitterness is low to medium-low, perfectly balanced against a soft, off-dry finish. No harshness or hop bite in the aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a soft, pillowy texture. Carbonation is moderate. Very smooth with no astringency or raw starch texture. Alcohol warmth is light and well-integrated.
Sensory Profile.
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Mirage Incinerates Hazy IPA Can
6.4%
A NE-style IPA brewed with Nelson Sauvin and Mosaic and later double-dry-hopped with HBC ... 586 and Citra Lupomax.
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Mirage Incinerates Hazy IPA Can - Bottleworks
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6.4%
A NE-style IPA brewed with Nelson Sauvin and Mosaic and later double-dry-hopped with HBC 586 and Citra Lupomax.
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