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It's a blond

Netherlands·Belgian Blonde Ale
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A blond in the Belgian tradition at 6% ABV, 18 IBU and 12 EBC: Belgian yeast brings familiar flavours, Citra and Summit hops add aroma, and the finish is smooth. It is spicy rather than sweet-malty and sits in the core range. Brewed in Middelburg, in Zeeland, by Brouwerij Kees, which Kees Bubberman founded in 2015.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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
spicyyeastycitrusy
spicy
yeasty
citrusy
fruity
clean
honey
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent citrus notes from Citra and Summit hops, layered beneath the characteristic spicy, peppery character that Belgian yeast imparts.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for It's a blond

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, white head that settles to a thin collar with good retention. The carbonation is evident throughout, creating fine chains of bubbles that rise steadily. The beer presents a bright, inviting appearance characteristic of well-crafted Belgian blondes.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent citrus notes from Citra and Summit hops, layered beneath the characteristic spicy, peppery character that Belgian yeast imparts. Subtle floral and herbal notes emerge beneath, with a light fruity undertone and a whisper of honey that grounds the composition without dominating.

citrus, herbalspicy, pepperyBelgian yeast charactersubtle honey

◐ Taste

The palate is clean and smooth on entry, with the spice from the yeast taking center stage over any malty sweetness. Citrus and light fruit flavors develop through the mid-palate, while the 18 IBU provides restrained bitterness that complements rather than challenges. The body is balanced and refreshing, never cloying, with excellent drinkability at 6% ABV.

smooth, cleanspicy-ledcitrus, subtle fruitrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with the spicy yeast character lingering pleasantly into the aftertaste. A gentle citrus note and faint honey echo emerge as the beer fades, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

dry, crispspicy fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
80
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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