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Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij

Belgium·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij brings the Ghent blonde into the alcohol-free range at 0.4 percent. Like the original it takes its name from the Stroppendragers, the citizens forced by Charles V to wear a rope around their necks, who later wore it with pride. The nose is fresh and fruity over a light malt base. The palate is crisp and refreshing without the warmth of its stronger sibling, and a gentle bitterness rounds off the finish.

ABV
<0.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession

AWARDS

Bronze · 2025
World Alcohol-Free Awards
★Bronze — World Alcohol-Free Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruitymaltyclean
fruity
malty
clean
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
Fresh and fruity on the nose, with light stone fruit and citrus notes leading the composition.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in colour with excellent transparency and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as the beer is consumed.

pale goldenbright clarityfine head retentioncrisp carbonation

◌ Aroma

Fresh and fruity on the nose, with light stone fruit and citrus notes leading the composition. A soft malt base provides balance without heaviness, creating an inviting, clean aromatic profile typical of the style.

fresh fruitcitrus noteslight malt baseclean

◐ Taste

Crisp and refreshing on the palate, with a smooth entry that lacks the warming alcohol character of stronger ales. The mid-palate maintains good body for an alcohol-free beer, while a gentle noble hop bitterness provides structure without aggression, leading to a dry finish.

crisp, drynoble hop bitternesslight bodyrefreshing

◑ Finish

Short to medium finish with a clean, dry aftertaste. The gentle bitterness lingers pleasantly without becoming astringent.

dry finishgentle bitternessclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
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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About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

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What is a Alcohol-Free Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

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