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SUPER 8 IPA

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Grapefruit and citrus touches from the hop meet a measured hop bitterness: an IPA at 6%, more refined and balanced than many of its kind. With Export it was one of the first two beers of the SUPER 8 range, a name recalling one of Haacht's first beers, from the days when pils was still a novelty.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyorange
citrusy
hoppy
orange
clean
tropical
Aroma
The nose leads with assertive citrus and grapefruit notes, characteristic of clean noble hops, supported by subtle orange blossom aromatics.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for SUPER 8 IPA

◎ Appearance

Super 8 IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a well-formed white head that clings persistently to the glass. The carbonation is lively and even, creating fine bubbles that sustain the foam collar throughout the drinking experience.

bright goldenclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with assertive citrus and grapefruit notes, characteristic of clean noble hops, supported by subtle orange blossom aromatics. A light, crisp malt foundation emerges beneath, providing gentle support without overwhelming the hop-driven character.

grapefruitcitrus-forwardnoble hop character

◐ Taste

The palate opens with tart citrus and grapefruit on the entry, followed by a well-integrated bitterness that builds gradually across the mid-palate. At 6% ABV, the beer achieves notable refinement; the measured 60 IBU bitterness remains structured and clean rather than harsh, allowing tropical undertones and orange zest to emerge alongside a crisp, dry character.

balanced bitternesscitrus-driventropical notesdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with grapefruit bitterness and a clean, almost mineral-like aftertaste that invites the next sip. No warming alcohol or sweetness intrudes; the beer remains refreshingly composed throughout.

drygrapefruit aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
80
Appearance
78
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

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What is a IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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