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Fruit Bomb

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Tropical and fruity, with bitter and sweet held in balance: this Double IPA has a full, creamy body and bright white foam. At 8% ABV it is one of the seven beers in the Moersleutel core range, brewed in Alkmaar on a semi-automated system that controls temperature and ingredient additions throughout the process.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitytropicalhoppy
fruity
tropical
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
Tropical and citrus-forward on the nose, with pronounced stone fruit notes that sit comfortably alongside herbal and floral hop character.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fruit Bomb

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, white foam that clings persistently to the glass walls. The carbonation is lively, creating a dynamic, effervescent presence. Head retention remains strong throughout the drinking experience.

pale goldenbright white headexcellent claritypersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Tropical and citrus-forward on the nose, with pronounced stone fruit notes that sit comfortably alongside herbal and floral hop character. Underlying Malz sweetness provides balance without dominance. The aromatic profile is clean and well-integrated, inviting further exploration.

tropical fruitcitrusherbal hopsstone fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and mango notes, leading into a creamy, full-bodied mid-section where sweetness and bitterness are held in equilibrium. Hoppy character builds gradually without overwhelming the fruity foundation. The finish is clean, with a moderate bitter edge that lingers without harshness.

balanced sweet-bittercreamy bodycitrus-tropicalmoderate bittering

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is dry and hoppy, with residual fruit notes fading into a gentle bitterness. Finish length is moderate, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry finishhoppy fademoderate length
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Double IPA

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