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Duits & Lauret Blond

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Floral and citrus notes rise from a generous charge of aromatic hops, followed by a pleasant bitterness. Blond is a top-fermented ale at 6.5% ABV, left unfiltered and unpasteurised and re-fermented in bottle and keg. It is brewed by Duits & Lauret, who have worked out of a 19th-century fortress near Utrecht since 2015.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
floralcitrusyhoppy
floral
citrusy
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
Aromatic hops dominate the nose with pronounced floral and citrus character, offering notes of dried flowers and bright citrus zest.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Duits & Lauret Blond

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright, lively clarity typical of the style. The unfiltered character creates a subtle haziness that catches the light pleasantly. Fine carbonation supports a delicate white head with good retention and lacing.

pale goldenunfilteredfine carbonationbright

◌ Aroma

Aromatic hops dominate the nose with pronounced floral and citrus character, offering notes of dried flowers and bright citrus zest. Beneath this hop-forward profile, a clean, crisp malt foundation provides gentle balance without assertive grain sweetness.

floral hopscitruscrispclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate enters bright and refreshing, with the citrus and floral hop notes translating seamlessly from aroma into flavor. A moderate bitterness develops mid-palate, delivering pleasant drying without harshness. The malt provides a light, smooth scaffold that keeps the beer elegant and approachable.

hoppy bitternessrefreshinglightsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and relatively clean, with lingering hop bitterness and citrus character fading to a dry, refreshing aftertaste. No warming alcohol or malt sweetness intrudes.

drycitrus aftertastecrisp
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
74
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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