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Octopus Blond

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Blood orange and kiwi berry lead this blond, wrapped in a malty embrace with a slight bitter surge that gives way to juicy kiwi berry. It drinks easily at 6.0% ABV, yet starts from 14.5 °Plato. Pilsner malt and German and Czech hop varieties form the backbone, bitterness sits at 12 IBU and the colour at 20 EBC, blond to yellow. Brewed in Rotterdam in a former fruit warehouse.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Mild12 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitycitrusyjuicy
fruity
citrusy
juicy
malty
noble hop
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant blood orange and kiwi berry notes that dominate the top layer, supported by a soft, clean malty backbone.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Octopus Blond

◎ Appearance

Pale golden-yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings steadily to the glass walls. The carbonation is evident in delicate bubbles that rise through the bright body, lending a lively visual presence to this Blonde Ale.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant blood orange and kiwi berry notes that dominate the top layer, supported by a soft, clean malty backbone. Noble hop varieties contribute herbal and slightly floral undertones that add refinement without overwhelming the fresh fruit impression.

blood orangekiwi berrynoble hopsmalty sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is juicy and fruit-forward, with kiwi berry and citrus taking center stage across the mid-palate. A gentle malty embrace wraps around the fruit, followed by a moderate 12 IBU bitterness that arrives cleanly without harshness, creating a well-balanced, easy-drinking profile.

juicy fruitcitrus-forwardsmooth maltrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the citrus and berry notes fading into a slightly dry, crisp aftertaste. The moderate alcohol warmth integrates seamlessly, leaving the palate ready for the next sip.

crispdryrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
82
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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