The Moersleutel Fruit Bomb DIPA is a powerful Double IPA with 8% ABV from the brewery De Moersleutel in Alkmaar, run by four brothers with a technical background, whose name means "wrench." The beer has been part of the brewery's core lineup for years and is one of their most well-known creations. It is brewed with barley malt, oats, and wheat, as well as the aromatic hop varieties Mosaic and Nelson Sauvin, which give the unfiltered beer its intense tropical character. In the glass, it appears golden yellow and slightly cloudy with a creamy foam crown. The aroma is characterized by pineapple, mango, passion fruit, and orange, complemented by resinous and grassy notes as well as a hint of pine. On the palate, it feels dense and almost creamy, supported by a soft malt base that balances the tropical fruit play. A bitterness of about 35 IBU ensures a clear, hoppy finish, so the beer does not become too sweet despite its fullness. The brewery sees it as a true DIPA with a bitter kick and not as a pure hazy sweet bomb, inspired by Crank the Juice but in a stronger and more bitter interpretation. Bottled in a 44 cl can, it pairs well with salads, poultry, fish, young and creamy cheeses, as well as barbecue evenings.
