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Corsendonk Rousse

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Hazelnut, caramel and orange meet a fruity hop note on the nose; on the palate Corsendonk Rousse is soft, with accents of caramel and a lightly bitter finish. A clear, lively amber beer of 8%, typically rich with just a touch of hops, harmonious and balanced. It is brewed in the Belgian Ardennes.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelnuttyorange
caramel
nutty
orange
fruity
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with hazelnut and caramel sweetness, followed by citrus notes of orange peel.
not found:juicy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Corsendonk Rousse

◎ Appearance

Clear amber with a golden-orange hue and bright, lively carbonation. The head forms quickly and settles to a fine, persistent collar with good lacing retention on the glass. The clarity is excellent, displaying the beer's refined character.

golden-orangeclearfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with hazelnut and caramel sweetness, followed by citrus notes of orange peel. Underneath lies a gentle fruity hop character that complements rather than dominates, creating a balanced and inviting aromatic profile without aggressive bitterness.

hazelnutcaramelorange peelfruity hops

◐ Taste

Soft entry on the palate with pronounced caramel and nutty malt character, developing a full-bodied mid-palate that feels harmonious and well-integrated. The hop presence remains restrained, contributing subtle bitterness and a touch of fruity spice without overshadowing the malt foundation. The finish is lightly bitter with a clean, dry conclusion.

soft palatecaramel-forwardnuttylight bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with the light bitterness lingering pleasantly without harshness. The aftertaste echoes caramel and a whisper of hazelnut, inviting another sip.

clean finishmoderately dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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What is a Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar Amber Ale

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