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Double Nugget

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Apricot, peach rings and bright citrus lead, with a hint of pine, orchard fruit and a bready sweetness from Munich malt. Simcoe carries the fruit, joined by Azacca, Columbus and Nugget. The grist is Pilsner, Vienna and Munich malts with flaked oats. Amber to orange, 9.5% ABV, a limited release that comes once a year from Hershey, Pennsylvania.

ABV
9.5%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Resinous 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
peachfruityhoppy
peach
fruity
hoppy
citrusy
malty
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with inviting stone fruit—ripe peach and apricot—layered atop a bright citrus backbone.
also:piney,orange,caramel
not found:juicy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Double Nugget

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to orange in hue, displaying good clarity with a bright, luminous quality. A dense, cream-colored head forms on the pour and maintains solid retention throughout, with delicate Schaumkleiden adhering to the glass in fine lace patterns. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated.

deep amberorange tonesdense headbright clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with inviting stone fruit—ripe peach and apricot—layered atop a bright citrus backbone. Beneath these fruity top notes lies a subtle herbaceous pine character, grounded by the warm, malty sweetness of Vienna and Munich malts. The Simcoe and Azacca hops drive the orchard fruit complexity, with a whisper of bready grain structure supporting the composition.

stone fruitbright citrusherbal pinebready malt

◐ Taste

Peach and apricot flavors dominate the palate entry, bolstered by a clean hoppy character that balances without overshadowing the malt foundation. The mid-palate reveals caramel undertones and a gentle spice from the hop blend, while the flaked oats contribute a subtle smoothness and fullness. Bitterness is present and measured at 80 IBU, finishing firm but not harsh, with lingering citrus and a dry, piney edge.

peach-forwardbalanced bitternessfruity-hoppysmooth body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with peach and citrus notes gradually receding into a dry, slightly piney fade. A gentle warmth from the 9.5% ABV remains understated, allowing the hop bitterness to linger pleasantly without dominating the aftertaste.

dry finishlingering citrusmoderate length
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 8–11°C

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

Pint glass

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

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