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Petrus Blond

Brouwerij De Brabandere
Belgium·Blonde Ale
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Aroma hops give this traditional blond a subtle balance between bitter and sweet, with a soft, very pure flavour. Top-fermented, clear and blond at 6.5% ABV. Petrus was for years on the shirts of first-division club Zulte-Waregem, one of the sponsorships through which the family brewery in Bavikhove opened doors from supermarkets to sports club canteens.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Mild
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 delicate and well-balanced, offering subtle noble hop character without aggression.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Petrus Blond

◎ Appearance

Petrus Blond presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting appearance. A fine, persistent head forms on the pour with good retention and delicate lacing. The carbonation is gentle and evenly distributed, contributing to a refined visual presentation.

pale goldencrystal clearfine head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose is delicate and well-balanced, offering subtle noble hop character without aggression. Soft malt undertones provide a light, clean foundation with gentle wheat and grain notes. A whisper of yeast fermentation adds complexity without dominating the aromatic profile.

noble hopssoft maltclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens smooth and approachable, with a refined interplay between light sweet malt and restrained bittering hops. Mid-palate remains clean and uncomplicated, allowing the beer's purity to shine. Bitterness is subtle and integrated, contributing structure without harshness, finishing with a crisp, refreshing quality.

smooth malt sweetnessrestrained bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp with moderate length, leaving a light, pleasant lingering sensation. A gentle bitterness fades gracefully, giving way to a clean, refreshing aftertaste.

dry finishrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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