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Grimbergen Fleur d'Abbaye

Grimbergen
Belgium·Belgian Blonde Ale
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Fleur d'Abbaye is a golden abbey blonde at 6 percent from the Belgian Grimbergen range, brewed with a generous hop addition. The nose opens with lemon and a light touch of elderflower. On the palate citrus peel and a gentle floral sweetness sit over a soft, bready malt body, while the house yeast contributes a mild spicy edge. Bitterness stays moderate, and the finish is clean and refreshing.

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusybreadyclean
citrusy
bready
clean
floral
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—predominantly lemon zest—complemented by a delicate floral quality reminiscent of elderflower.
also:spicy,fruity,honey
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Grimbergen Fleur d'Abbaye

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, luminous character. The head forms with good density and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated throughout.

pale goldenbrilliant clarityfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—predominantly lemon zest—complemented by a delicate floral quality reminiscent of elderflower. A light touch of spice from the house yeast emerges as the beer opens, while subtle grainy undertones provide a soft malt foundation.

lemon zestelderflowerspicy yeast

◐ Taste

Citrus peel drives the palate entry, moving into a gentle floral sweetness that sits atop a soft, bready malt body. The house yeast contributes a mild spicy character that weaves through the mid-palate. Bitterness remains restrained and well-balanced, allowing the delicate fruit and floral notes to shine.

citrus peelfloral sweetnesssoft maltrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the citrus character fading gracefully. A light, dry aftertaste lingers without any harsh edges.

cleanrefreshingdry aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

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

Goblet

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

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