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A stubbornly bitter blond with a dry finish, soft in taste but firm in character. In Flanders, Ezel (donkey) is a teasing nickname for certain people or whole village communities, and a symbol of patient but stubborn perseverance. Top-fermented, 6.5% ABV.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanmalty
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is understated and refined, leading with subtle herbaceous and noble hop character without aggressive assertiveness.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ezel

◎ Appearance

Ezel presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, translucent character. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with notable persistence, leaving delicate lacing on the walls as it recedes. The carbonation is crisp and lively, evident in steady streams of bubbles rising through the clear body.

pale goldenclearpersistent headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose is understated and refined, leading with subtle herbaceous and noble hop character without aggressive assertiveness. Beneath lies a soft, clean Malz foundation with faint grainy undertones that support rather than dominate. A wisp of fresh yeast character adds delicate complexity without cloudiness or heaviness.

noble hopssoft Malzcleanherbaceous

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, belying the beer's stubborn backbone. Mid-palate reveals a deliberate bitterness that unfolds with restraint—15 IBUs deployed with precision rather than excess—paired with a lean, dry body that never becomes harsh. The Malz provides gentle sweetness that plays against the bitter finish, creating tension without conflict.

structured bitternessdry palatelean bodynoble character

◑ Finish

The finish is decidedly dry and sustained, with bitterness lingering on the back of the palate in a clean, non-astringent manner. Aftertaste remains crisp and refreshing, inviting another sip without fatigue.

dry finishlingering bitternessrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 7–10°C

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

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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