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Gruut Amber

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A rich amber ale with deep copper color, brewed with the Gruut herb blend instead of hops. Delivers a peppery dryness with a hint of tart orange in the finish, roasted almond and chestnut notes, and remarkable smooth drinkability. One of Belgium's most unusual amber ales.

ABV
6.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
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
herbalroastednutty
herbal
roasted
nutty
spicy
orange
tart
Aroma
The nose leads with distinctive peppery and herbal notes from the Gruut spice blend, distinct from traditional hop aromatics.
also:malty
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gruut Amber

◎ Appearance

Deep copper hue with excellent clarity and a rich, persistent foam that clings to the glass throughout the drinking experience. The beer presents a vibrant, clean appearance with fine carbonation that rises steadily from the base of the glass.

deep copperclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with distinctive peppery and herbal notes from the Gruut spice blend, distinct from traditional hop aromatics. Subtle roasted grain undertones blend with hints of orange zest and almond, creating a complex yet balanced aromatic profile that avoids overwhelming the senses.

herbal spicespepperyroasted almondcitrus notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a rich, full-bodied character built on a solid malt foundation. Mid-palate reveals the signature peppery dryness alongside roasted nut and chestnut complexity, with a subtle tart orange character emerging on the tongue. Moderate bitterness provides structure without aggression, allowing the herbal spice blend to remain the focal point throughout.

herbal-spiceddry pepperyroasted nutsfull-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively dry, with the herbal spice character persisting alongside a brief tartness before fading to a pleasant, lingering almond note. Remarkably smooth drinkability carries through to the aftertaste without any harsh residue.

dry finishherbal persistencesmooth
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
79
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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About American Amber Ale

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What is a American 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 American Amber Ale

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