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Built on the soft, saturated profile that made the Juicy Bits family a WeldWerks signature, WeldWerks Brewing 'Extra Extra Juicy Bits' Citra Hazy Double IPA, Colorado puts Citra in the spotlight. A substantial hop charge meets a plush wheat-and-oat-supported body, bringing bright citrus and tropical-fruit character into a hazy double IPA with a smooth, rounded finish.

Product Details:

• Style: Hazy Double IPA
• ABV: 8.6%
• Hops: Citra-led and double dry-hopped. Sources differ on whether this Citra-labelled release also includes Mosaic and El Dorado.
• Malt: The Extra Extra Juicy Bits base is described with white wheat malt, flaked oats, and flaked wheat, which contribute to its soft, creamy texture.
• Producer: WeldWerks Brewing Co.
• Owners: Neil Fisher and Colin Jones
• Head Brewer: Skip Schwartz

Sensory Description:

The aroma leans into candied citrus and ripe tropical fruit, with pineapple, mango, peach, and tangerine tones. The palate is full and pillowy, carrying juicy fruit through a creamy middle with enough hop bitterness to keep the richness in check. Citrus pith and a restrained bitter edge bring definition to the finish, which stays smooth rather than sharply dry.

Producer’s Background:

Established in 2015, WeldWerks Brewing Co. has built its reputation around an ambitious range of beers and a focus on continually refining its brewing. The brewery describes this working philosophy as “Dialed-In Beer.” Co-founder Neil Fisher and co-owner Colin Jones helped establish the brewery, while head brewer Skip Schwartz leads its brewing program.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve fresh at 7 to 10°C in a tulip or IPA glass to let the hop aromatics open while preserving the beer’s soft texture. Pair with spicy fried chicken, grilled pork, pungent cheeses, or dishes with citrus and chile. Hazy IPAs show their hop character best while fresh, so enjoy this release rather than cellaring it.