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Samuel Adams Cherry Bomb

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🌍 United States · Imperial Wheat Ale · One of 1 Imperial Wheat Ales in hopIQ

Samuel Adams Cherry Bomb is a bold Imperial Wheat Ale launched in 2026, targeting the booming high-ABV beer trend. At 9% ABV with just 10 IBU, it delivers bold black cherry sweetness and a smooth, pillowy wheat body that masks its strength entirely — the alcohol is almost imperceptible on the palate. Brewed with Hallertau Mittelfrüh hops and natural cherry, Cherry Bomb is Samuel Adams' statement entry in the flavoured imperial ale space.

ABV
9%
IBU
10
SRM
golden6

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

sweet
100%
fruity
100%
berry
100%
rich
70%
full-bodied
70%
smooth
70%
wheat
60%
creamy
60%
dark fruit
60%
boozy
60%
clean
50%
bready
50%

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About Imperial Wheat Ale

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What is a Imperial Wheat Ale?

Imperial Wheat 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 Samuel Adams Cherry Bomb

Serve at 10–16°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 10–16°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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

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