Duvel Tripel Hop Citra Belgian IPA

Duvel Tripel Hop Citra is a distinctive Belgian IPA brewed by Duvel Moortgat Brewery, renowned for its innovative approach to beer crafting. Since 2007, the brewery has been experimenting with adding a third hop variety to their classic Duvel recipe, aiming to enhance its flavor profile. In 2012, they introduced the Citra hop, sourced from the Yakima Valley in Washington, USA, which imparts fresh notes of grapefruit and tropical fruits to the beer. This addition led to the creation of Duvel Tripel Hop Citra, a beer that balances the traditional Duvel characteristics with the vibrant flavors of Citra hops. The brewing process involves dry hopping, where extra hop cones are added during the lagering phase, intensifying and refining the hop aromas without increasing bitterness. This technique has resulted in a beer that is both refreshing and complex, appealing to enthusiasts of Belgian IPAs.