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Grolsch Zomerzon

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Subtle citrus fruit notes run through this light golden wheat ale, brewed as a summer beer for barbecues, picnics in the park and days at the beach. Grolsch Zomerzon has been in the lineup since 2024 and is made from water, wheat malt, barley malt, yeast and hops at 5.2%, in the brewery that has drawn on its original 1615 water source since 2000.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
wheatcitrusyclean
wheat
citrusy
clean
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with soft wheat character and subtle citrus notes that emerge without aggression.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Grolsch Zomerzon

◎ Appearance

Grolsch Zomerzon presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing as it recedes. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating a gentle effervescence that befits its summer positioning. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, with the light color telegraphing the beer's approachable character.

pale goldenclearfine head lacingbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft wheat character and subtle citrus notes that emerge without aggression. Behind these sits a gentle malt sweetness with just a hint of floral hop presence, while the clean yeast fermentation keeps the bouquet bright and uncomplicated. The overall aromatic profile is restrained and balanced, inviting rather than demanding.

wheat forwardcitrus notesmalt sweetnessclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a light, grainy wheat character that carries through cleanly without heaviness. Subtle citrus fruit notes develop in the mid-palate, lending a gentle fruity lift to an otherwise crisp foundation. Bitterness remains low and restrained at 18 IBU, allowing the malt and wheat to remain the focal point while hop character provides only a whisper of balance.

light-bodiedcrisp wheatlow bitternesscitrus fruit

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with a dry edge that encourages another sip. The aftertaste fades quickly, leaving just a gentle citrus memory and a sense of thirst quenching typical of the style.

dry finishrefreshingquick fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 5–8°C

Serve at 5–8°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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