The Fourth Astronaut is a vibrant Double IPA that showcases an intense, modern hop profile. Deeply opaque and glowing, it radiates a saturated bouquet of overripe mango and sweet tropical fruit driven by Citra and Bru-1. The addition of Nelson Sauvin introduces sophisticated white wine thiols and notes of crushed gooseberry. On the palate, a soft, creamy malt presence supports a heavy 20 g/L hop load, delivering layers of succulent melon and passion fruit. While the bitterness is firm, it remains smooth, leading to a lingering, fruit-forward finish that balances the warming 8.4% alcohol presence with remarkable drinkability.
Appearance.4–7 SRM; deep gold to light orange; hazy to opaque with a dense, persistent white head that leaves heavy lacing.
Aroma.High intensity; dominant tropical fruit aromas of ripe mango, pineapple, and overripe melon; distinct Nelson Sauvin character offering white wine grapes and gooseberry; very low neutral malt; clean fermentation with high hop-derived fruitiness.
Taste.Immediate explosion of tropical fruit and citrus; mid-palate reveals white wine and passion fruit; moderate-high bitterness that is soft rather than biting; low, bready malt support; finishes medium-dry with a long, resinous, and fruity aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a creamy, soft texture; moderate carbonation; noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth; low astringency despite the high hopping rate.
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