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Allagash House

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🌍 United States · Belgian Blonde Ale · One of 46 Belgian Blonde Ales in hopIQ

Allagash House follows the Belgian tradition of the patersbier, the low-strength beer brewers kept for themselves after a shift, and is sold only at the brewery in Portland. A barley blend with a toasted specialty malt and raw wheat gives a smooth base with a light biscuit note. Crystal, Galaxy, Cascade and Saaz supply pear and grapefruit in the nose, a touch of passion fruit and a faint herbal spice, while a light hop bitterness keeps the beer crisp and lean.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Substantial body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Off-dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Very crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Belgian Blonde Ale.
Hop character
herbal
Malt character
bready
honey
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
Distinctive notes
citrusy
spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Allagash House

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation is moderate and evenly distributed, creating a refined visual presence characteristic of the Belgian blonde style.

pale goldenclearfine head retentionmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose presents bright citrus and stone fruit notes from a refined hop blend of Crystal, Galaxy, Cascade and Saaz. Pear and grapefruit lead, with subtle passion fruit undertones and a restrained herbal spice. A light, biscuity maltiness provides a soft foundation without overwhelming the delicate hop bouquet.

pear, grapefruitherbal spicebiscuit maltsubtle passion fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens smooth and balanced, with toasted malt and raw wheat creating a gentle, lightly biscuited base. Citrus and stone fruit flavours echo the nose, kept crisp by a modest hop bitterness that leans lean rather than assertive. The body remains light and sessionable, with no harsh edges or clinging sweetness.

smooth, balancedlight bodycrisp bitternesscitrus finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and quick, with a dry aftertaste that invites another sip. The herbal and citrus notes fade gracefully, leaving only a whisper of toasted grain.

clean, dryshort finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
72
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Allagash House

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Goblet
Recommended for this style

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Allagash House

About Belgian Blonde Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Belgian Blonde Ale?

Belgian Blonde Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Belgian Blonde Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same fruity, crisp, smooth character as Allagash House will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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