Spaceship Earth is a vibrant American Pale Ale from Modern Times that leans into the modern, juicy end of the style spectrum. It presents a high-intensity burst of tropical fruit and citrus, evoking notes of mango, pineapple, and tangerine. While the style guide notes clarity, this specific expression features a modern hazy character. A lean, neutral malt base provides just enough support without distracting from the hop showcase. It finishes clean and refreshing with a moderate, well-integrated bitterness, making it an approachable yet flavor-dense exploration of New World hop varieties.
Appearance.Deep gold (6-8 SRM) with a moderately large, persistent white head and excellent lacing; displays a distinct, modern haze rather than traditional clarity.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma dominated by tropical fruit and citrus, specifically passion fruit, grapefruit, and melon; low grainy-sweet maltiness and a clean fermentation profile.
Taste.Initial impression of bright citrus zest and tropical fruit; low cracker-like malt flavor supports moderate hop bitterness; clean fermentation with a medium-dry finish and lingering hop character.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation; smooth, slightly soft texture with no perceptible alcohol warmth or astringency.
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