Fortunate Islands

◎ Aussehen

Fortunate Islands pours a bright golden-orange with excellent clarity and a substantial white head that holds firm. The carbonation is lively without being aggressive, creating fine, persistent bubbles that leave delicate lacing on the glass.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes of mango, tangerine, and passion fruit from the Citra and Amarillo dry-hopping. Behind the tropical fruit sits a subtle orange-zest character with hints of dry straw, balanced by the soft, nutty wheat malt foundation.

◐ Geschmack

The palate enters soft and smooth, with the wheat malt providing a mild, grainy backbone without adding sweetness. Citrus and stone-fruit flavors from the hops emerge mid-palate; bitterness remains restrained at 18 IBU, allowing the fruit to remain central rather than fighting for attention.

◑ Abgang

The finish is crisp and dry, with hop bitterness fading quickly into a clean, refreshing aftertaste. No residual sweetness lingers; the overall impression is bright and effortless.