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Blonde

Denmark·Belgian Blonde Ale
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A beer inspired by Belgian abbey tradition, brewed from pale malt, spices, hops, water and yeast. The complex flavour emerges through contributions of coriander, juniper and pepper from the Belgian yeast strain, which brings distinctive esters into play. The pour shows abundant carbonation—visibly lively and effervescent—though the beer itself lacks the clarity of a pilsner; ultrafine particles from yeast and malt remain suspended, softening the appearance. Serve chilled between 7 and 9 degrees Celsius. The bright carbonation and spiced character make this an aperitif-ready beer for the early evening or as a welcoming drink in its own right.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter26 IBU
Herbal, floral 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
corianderspicyherbal
coriander
spicy
herbal
clean
yeasty
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced coriander and a light peppery note from the Belgian yeast strain, layered with subtle herbal and juniper undertones.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Blonde

◎ Appearance

The beer presents a pale golden hue with a soft, hazy appearance characteristic of its Belgian abbey origin. A vibrant, dense head forms on the pour, driven by abundant fine carbonation that remains visibly active throughout the glass. Ultrafine yeast and malt particles remain suspended, creating a subtle turbidity that softens the visual profile rather than obscuring it.

pale goldenhazy, fine carbonationpersistent headlively

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced coriander and a light peppery note from the Belgian yeast strain, layered with subtle herbal and juniper undertones. These spice-forward aromatics are supported by a clean, grainy malt backbone with a whisper of yeasty character. The overall impression is fresh and inviting, with no harsh alcohol bite despite the 6.5% ABV.

coriander-forwardpeppery, herbalBelgian yeast estersclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with coriander leading the flavor progression and a light peppery warmth developing mid-palate. The malt foundation remains delicate and unobtrusive, allowing the spice complexity to dominate without overwhelming. Bitterness is restrained at 26 IBU, providing gentle balance rather than assertive counterpoint, and the beer finishes clean with no residual sweetness.

spiced, crisplight-bodiedgentle bitternessrefreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately short, with the spice and herbal notes lingering lightly on the palate. A faint peppery warmth persists, leaving an impression of cleanliness and readiness for the next sip.

dry finishpeppery aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
75
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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About Belgian Blonde Ale

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What is a Belgian Blonde Ale?

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