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Fruit & Kruid

Netherlands·Belgian Blonde Ale
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The blond of the De Molen range at 6.2%: fruity, lightly spiced and full of flavour. It is dry-hopped with Sorachi Ace, a hop of Japanese origin that brings citrus and sweet fruit, with lychee in the lead. A soft finish with a hint of caramel rounds it off. Expect fruity, lightly spicy and a touch of caramel.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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
fruitycitrusycaramel
fruity
citrusy
caramel
spicy
tropical
honey
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus and stone fruit notes, particularly lychee, from the Sorachi Ace dry hop.
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fruit & Kruid

◎ Appearance

Bright golden-yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The beer displays lively carbonation and good head retention, with delicate lacing that clings to the glass as you drink.

bright goldenclearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus and stone fruit notes, particularly lychee, from the Sorachi Ace dry hop. Behind this sits a light herbal spice and soft floral character, with gentle honey and malt sweetness providing a rounded foundation.

citrus-forwardlycheelight spicehoney undertones

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and fruity, with tropical and citrus flavors developing across the mid-palate alongside subtle spice. A light caramel malt sweetness balances the 22 IBU bitterness, which remains restrained and integrated rather than sharp.

fruitytropical notessubtle spicelight caramel

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with lingering citrus and a whisper of caramel that gradually fades. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, without harsh bitterness or astringency.

drycitrus fadeclean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
79
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

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

Goblet

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

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