Blue Moon Extra

◎ Appearance

Pours a cloudy light orange with excellent clarity for the style, the suspended yeast creating a soft, diffuse haze. A lasting white head forms and maintains good Schaumkleiden down the glass. The carbonation appears well-integrated, creating fine, steady bubbles.

◌ Aroma

Valencia orange peel dominates the nose, delivering bright citrus character without sharpness. Beneath lies sweet wheat and a distinct herbal coriander note, with a subtle tartness that adds complexity. Hop presence is restrained, allowing the wheat and spice to define the aromatic profile.

◐ Taste

Ripe citrus and lemon zest enter cleanly on the palate, carried by a soft malt backbone that avoids heaviness. The body is fuller and noticeably sweeter than the standard recipe, with a grainy wheat character supporting the citrus notes. Alcohol warmth builds gradually toward the finish, warming without harshness.

◑ Finish

The finish extends with alcohol warmth that builds gently, leaving a fading citrus note and mild herbal spice. Residual sweetness persists without cloying, creating a clean, approachable close.

Serve cold to preserve the delicate citrus and spice aromas. Too warm and the yeast esters become heavy — too cold and the coriander disappears.

The tall, slender wheat beer glass holds the full 50cl pour and shows off the hazy golden colour. The wide mouth lets citrus and spice aromas drift upward freely.