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Stranger Fog

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A Double IPA collaboration with Salama Brewing (Finland).

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyfruity
hoppy
citrusy
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with assertive citrus notes—grapefruit and lemon zest—layered over herbal and floral hop character from the Edelpilz varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stranger Fog

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, clean presentation. A dense white head forms quickly and persists with fine lacing that clings steadily to the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a continuous stream of fine bubbles.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with assertive citrus notes—grapefruit and lemon zest—layered over herbal and floral hop character from the Edelpilz varieties. A light fruity undertone emerges beneath, with subtle stone fruit and melon notes. The alcohol warmth is present but restrained, supporting rather than dominating the aromatic profile.

citrus forwardherbal hopfruity undertoneresinous

◐ Taste

The palate enters with bright citrus and grapefruit bitterness that builds steadily through the mid-section. Malt backbone provides a clean, slightly sweet foundation without heaviness, balanced against the pronounced hop bitterness that reaches 70 IBU. The full body carries the intensity well, with a warming alcohol presence that adds depth without harshness.

bitter and citrusfull-bodiedclean malt basewarm alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with hop bitterness extending into the aftertaste alongside a subtle citrus fade. Alcohol warmth persists gently on the palate, creating a satisfying, sustained conclusion.

dry finishlasting bitternesswarming
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
79
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

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.

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About Double IPA

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What is a Double 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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