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Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij

Brouwerij Roman
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🌍 Belgium · Alcohol-Free Pale Ale · One of 37 Alcohol-Free Pale Ales in hopIQ

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
0.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8

AWARDS

Bronze · 2025
World Alcohol-Free Awards
★Bronze — World Alcohol-Free Awards
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Firm bitter edge.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

A slender build that lets the other elements come through cleanly.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Alcohol-Free Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean

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
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij

About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same crisp, refreshing, fruity character as Gentse Strop Alcoholvrij will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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