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A farmhouse ale at 7.5 % with a bitterness to it. It comes from Brouwerij Zeglis in Alkmaar, a brewery that experiments with special malts, new hops and special yeasts and takes its inspiration from old brewing traditions as well as the newest developments. Most of its beers are only around for a while; the tasting room Alkmaars Koffiehuis serves the full range on tap and in bottles.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
golden8
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
yeastyhoppymalty
yeasty
hoppy
malty
fruity
spicy
Aroma
A complex nose leads with herbal and spicy hop character, underpinned by earthy, slightly peppery notes from the yeast strain.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Vossaøl

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and a modest white head that settles into a thin collar. Fine carbonation supports steady lacing down the glass. The body presents a clean, inviting appearance characteristic of well-executed farmhouse brewing.

pale goldenbright, clearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

A complex nose leads with herbal and spicy hop character, underpinned by earthy, slightly peppery notes from the yeast strain. Subtle malt sweetness emerges beneath, with hints of grain and a faint fruity undertone that suggests restraint rather than exuberance. The overall impression is dry and aromatic, inviting repeated sniffs.

herbal hopspeppery yeastgrain, dryfruity undertone

◐ Taste

Bitterness arrives early and sustains throughout, anchored by Edelhopfen character that leans herbal and slightly resinous. The mid-palate reveals a clean, malty backbone with mild spice and a touch of stone fruit, balanced against assertive dryness. Yeast-driven phenolics add complexity without overshadowing the hop-driven framework.

assertive bitternessherbal hopsyeasty, spicyclean, dry palate

◑ Finish

A lingering dry finish with persistent hoppy notes and a subtle warming sensation from the 7.5% ABV. The aftertaste remains crisp and slightly peppery, inviting another sip.

dry, hoppylingering bitterness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
77
Finish
76
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°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 Farmhouse Ale

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What is a Farmhouse Ale?

Farmhouse Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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