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Redemption

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A fruity banana bouquet with a spicy, mild finish, inspired by Belgian Single or Blonde Ales. The grain bill is 2-row, pilsner malt and a smidge of wheat, hopped with Celeia and Saaz. Redemption uses the same Belgian yeast as Damnation but ferments colder, which softens the clove and banana of that yeast profile.

ABV
5.15%
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
bananafruityspicy
banana
fruity
spicy
clove
noble hop
yeasty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by a pronounced fruity banana character derived from the Belgian yeast fermentation, which was cooled to soften its typical intensity.
also:wheat,honey
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Redemption

◎ Appearance

Redemption presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and persists with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as it subsides. The beer displays a bright, inviting appearance typical of the Belgian Blonde style.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by a pronounced fruity banana character derived from the Belgian yeast fermentation, which was cooled to soften its typical intensity. Beneath the fruit sits a subtle spicy note with gentle clove undertones, complemented by the herbal, refined qualities of Saaz and Celeia hops. A soft, bready maltiness rounds out the aromatic profile without overwhelming the delicate yeast expression.

banana-forwardspicy-clovenoble hopsbready malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with soft, fruity banana and stone fruit notes that mirror the aroma. Mid-palate reveals a mild spiciness with hints of clove and a clean, honey-like sweetness from the pilsner and 2-row malts, balanced by low bitterness from noble hops. The wheat addition contributes a subtle texture and gentle grain character that adds complexity without assertiveness.

fruity-smoothmild spicelow bitternesshoney-wheat notes

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with the banana and spice fading gracefully into a gentle, lingering noble-hop dryness. Aftertaste remains refreshing and appetizing, encouraging another sip.

clean-drymoderate length
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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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