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Moresca

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🌍 Italy · Belgian Dark Ale · One of 3 Belgian Dark Ales in hopIQ

Named after the Moresca — the traditional Sardinian sword dance performed in Carloforte on Sant'Antioco island, a choreographic battle between Moors and Christians that has been performed without interruption for 500 years. A Belgian Dark Ale with dark fruit and warming character; deep mahogany with dried fruit aromas. Unfiltered and unpasteurised in Rubiu's 100% raw tradition.

ABV
6.5%
IBU
22
SRM
deep amber20

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

malty
87%
dark fruit
70%
chocolate
55%
full-bodied
50%
bread
45%
smooth
38%
caramel
30%
roasted
25%
yeasty
20%
clean finish
13%
nutty
5%
dark
0%

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About Belgian Dark Ale

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What is a Belgian Dark Ale?

Belgian Dark Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Moresca

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Goblet
Recommended for this style

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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