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Mash – Blond

Oedipus Brewing
Netherlands·Belgian Blonde Ale
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A beer built to be the support act. Oedipus brewed Mash for Patronaat, a music venue in Haarlem — knowing full well that nobody goes there for what's pouring at the bar. So they built it accordingly: a modern Belgian blond with flavour that doesn't fight for centre stage. Five percent, with flaked oats in the mash for softness.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
maltycleanwheat
malty
clean
wheat
hoppy
fruity
honey
Aroma
Soft malt foundation with gentle grain sweetness and a whisper of honey.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mash – Blond

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and persists with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. The body appears light and inviting, befitting a support beer designed for social drinking.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent lace

◌ Aroma

Soft malt foundation with gentle grain sweetness and a whisper of honey. Flaked oats contribute a subtle cereal softness to the nose. Noble hops provide restrained floral and herbal notes that complement without overwhelming.

soft malthoney notescerealrestrained hops

◐ Taste

Full-bodied on entry despite modest alcohol, with a smooth malt character and gentle wheat undertones. The palate balances delicate sweetness against crisp, clean hop bitterness that never dominates. Oats lend a silky texture that sustains the flavor without heaviness.

smooth palatemalt-forwardwheat notesclean finish

◑ Finish

Quick, refreshing fade with lingering malt sweetness and a dry, hoppy aftertaste. The brevity suits its purpose—a beer that refreshes without fatigue.

refreshingdryquick fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
79
Finish
77
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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