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Skye Blonde

Isle of Skye Brewing Company
United Kingdom·Blonde Ale
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Floral and zesty in the aroma, citric and zingy on the palate with the refreshing note of green apples, then a soft, lingering finish. It is lightly hopped with Saaz and Centennial, at 12 IBU. Mostly lager malt, with some pale ale, amber and caramalt added. It is brewed with the brewery's own yeast and runs to 5.5%.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Mild12 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfloralnoble hop
citrusy
floral
noble hop
malty
caramel
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced floral notes characteristic of noble hops, underscored by a zesty citric quality.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Skye Blonde

◎ Appearance

Skye Blonde presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. The head is modest but persistent, with fine Schaumkleiden clinging to the glass walls. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a gentle effervescence.

pale goldcrystal clearfine lacingbright

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced floral notes characteristic of noble hops, underscored by a zesty citric quality. Subtle green apple aromatics emerge alongside soft maltiness from the pale ale and caramalt components. The overall impression is delicate and inviting, with no harsh alcohol vapors.

floralcitrus zestnoble hopsgreen apple

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with citric notes leading the palate. The mid-palate reveals a gentle caramel sweetness balanced by low bitterness from Saaz and Centennial hops, creating a harmonious interplay. The finish remains smooth and clean, with no astringency or cloying character.

citrusycaramel sweetnesssoft bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is soft and lingering without heaviness, with green apple notes providing a zesty aftertaste. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

soft finishzesty fade
77
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
75
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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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