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Trappist Westvleteren Blond

Brouwerij Westvleteren
Belgium·Ale
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Fresh, fruity aroma of citrus with a zest of lime opens this slightly cloudy blond; on the palate, malt sweetness meets a firm hop bitterness, a delicate citrus note carries through, and the finish runs dry. At 5.8 % it replaced the dark Westvleteren 6 in 1999 as a fresher take on it, and it keeps maturing in the bottle.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
malty
Aroma
Fresh citrus and lime zest open the nose with immediate vibrancy.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Trappist Westvleteren Blond

◎ Appearance

A pale golden blond with fine, persistent carbonation and a delicate white head. The slight haziness from yeast suspension lends it an inviting, unfiltered character. Lacing clings to the glass with moderate tenacity as you drink.

pale goldenlightly hazyfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Fresh citrus and lime zest open the nose with immediate vibrancy. Underneath runs a soft, grainy malt sweetness that grounds the aromatic profile without overwhelming it. A whisper of noble hop character provides gentle herbal depth and mineral undertones.

citrus and limegrainy maltnoble hopsfresh and bright

◐ Taste

The palate enters with malt sweetness before a clean, firm hop bitterness takes hold mid-sip. Delicate citrus notes weave through the middle, creating balance rather than dominance. The interplay between malt and hops is precise and restrained, allowing each element room to breathe.

malt-forward entrycrisp bitternesscitrus threadwell-balanced

◑ Finish

The finish dries cleanly, with lingering bitterness and a subtle citrus echo that fades gradually. The aftertaste remains refreshing and mineral-edged, inviting another sip without heaviness.

dry finishlingering citrusmineral edge
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 6–8°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

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

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

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