Moersleutel Extravagant Triple IPA – An Ode to Citra
A Tropical Tribute to Our Favorite Hop
Moersleutel Extravagant Triple IPA is a true celebration for IPA fans — a beer that pushes boundaries just as boldly as the Extravagant series is known to do. But how do you go extravagant with an IPA? By crafting a TIPA that uses as much hop as we’d normally use in a Quadruple IPA, and dedicating its entire expression to one legendary hop: Citra.
It’s been a long time since we brewed a beer featuring only Citra as the star, and this Triple IPA felt like the perfect moment to honor the hop that helped define an entire generation of modern craft beer. We explored every facet of Citra’s potential: cryo hopping, multiple dry-hop stages at different temperatures, and an array of Citra batches — each contributing its own aromatic signature and complexity.
To balance all this intensity, we added Nelson Sauvin during the hot side, giving the beer a subtle vinous layer and soft fruit dimension that enhances the tropical core.
The result is a Triple IPA that is powerful, luxurious, layered, and deeply tropical. A beer made for those who believe Citra deserves a pedestal.
The Craft Behind Extravagant Triple IPA
Maximum Hop Expression, Engineered the Moersleutel Way
Extravagant Triple IPA is not just hop-forward — it’s a masterclass in hop extraction and engineering.
Hop Techniques Used
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Cryo Citra – for concentrated tropical punch
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Quadruple dry hop – at different temperatures to extract oils, thiols & aromatics
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Multiple Citra batch codes – blending unique lots for layered complexity
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Nelson Sauvin (hot side) – providing balance, depth, and white-grape brightness
The result is a beer that showcases Citra in every dimension: fruit, citrus, floral, tropical, and beyond — all wrapped in the rich body of a Moersleutel TIPA.
Tasting Experience
Aroma: A Burst of Citra Brilliance
The nose explodes with:
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Mango
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Lime zest
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Passion fruit
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Sweet citrus
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Subtle white grape (thanks to Nelson Sauvin)
Aromatic, lush, and unmistakably Citra-driven.
Flavor Profile: Tropical, Juicy & Intensely Layered
The first sip brings a full-fruit wave:
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Tangy citrus
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Tropicals like mango, pineapple & papaya
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Soft herbal notes
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Gentle vinous undertones
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A smooth sweetness balanced by refined bitterness
This TIPA is bold yet incredibly drinkable, with complexity that unfolds sip after sip.
Mouthfeel & Finish: Silky, Full & Extravagant
Thanks to a grain bill including oats, wheat, rye, rice, spelt, and corn, the body is:
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Rich and silky
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Soft and luxurious
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Cushioned enough to carry heavy hop saturation
The finish is tropical, smooth, and radiates Citra’s signature brightness.
Beer Specs
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ABV: Triple IPA strength
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Style: Extravagant Triple IPA
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Hops: Citra (cryo, multiple lots, multiple processes), Nelson Sauvin (hot side)
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Ingredients:
Water, malted barley, wheat, oats, rye, rice, spelt, corn, hops (Citra, Nelson Sauvin), yeast
What Makes Extravagant Triple IPA Unique?
A Tribute to Citra — The Hop That Changed Craft Beer
This beer is an exploration of everything Citra can be — juicy, bright, tropical, citrusy, floral, complex, and endlessly satisfying.
Engineered for Complexity
By using:
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Dry hopping at different temperatures
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Cryo hopping
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Multiple batch codes of the same hop
Moersleutel extracts every aromatic layer Citra has to offer.
Balanced by Nelson Sauvin
A small addition of Nelson on the hot side keeps the beer from becoming one-dimensional, adding:
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Grape-like freshness
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Gentle acidity
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Light fruit complexity
It’s the ideal counterpart in a hop showcase like this.
“An Ode to Citra”
A poetic tribute woven into the soul of this beer:
O Citra, jewel of tropical delight,
With notes of mango, lime, and zest so bright.
In our Triple IPA, you reign supreme,
Your golden cones, a brewer’s dream.
Born of earth, kissed by the breeze,
You bring forth joy with fragrant ease.
A sip of you, a burst of cheer,
A citrus dance, so pure, so clear.
O Citra, heart of hops divine,
In every pint, your magic shines.
To you, we raise our glasses high,
A tropical essence, never to die.
Food Pairings
Best with bold, bright flavors
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Citrus-glazed chicken
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Mango salsa tacos
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Hawaiian-style burgers
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Grilled seafood
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Coconut curry
Citra’s fruity profile enhances acidity, spice, and tropical elements.
Desserts
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Key lime pie
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Mango sorbet
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Pineapple cheesecake
The citrus and tropical notes make these pairings shine.
Serving Tips
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Serve at: 8–10°C
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Glassware: Teku or IPA glass
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Enjoy fresh: hop oils and aromatics shine brightest early
About Moersleutel Craft Brewery
Founded by four Dutch brothers, Moersleutel merges engineering precision with creative brewing craft. From stouts to hazy hop beasts, every beer is designed with intention, experimentation, and flavor innovation at its core.
“Brewed by engineers. Crafted by hand.”
Extravagant Triple IPA is the perfect representation of that philosophy — technical, expressive, and undeniably Moersleutel.
Conclusion: A Tropical Hop Opera for Citra Fans
Moersleutel Extravagant Triple IPA is a bold, complex, and beautifully tropical tribute to the hop that continues to inspire brewers around the world. With quadruple dry hopping, cryo processing, thiol-friendly techniques, and a grain bill built for luxury, it’s an IPA lover’s dream.
A celebration of Citra.
A showcase of hop engineering.
A Triple IPA that earns the name “Extravagant.”