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Octopus Blond 0.4

Netherlands·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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The low-alcohol version of the Octopus Blond, which the brewery calls its legendary sea monster. It tastes malty with a subtle bitterness, followed by fruity tones and a subtle twist of blood orange and kiwi berry. At 0.4% ABV it is brewed at Stadshaven in Rotterdam, in a restored fruit warehouse.

ABV
0.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyfruityorange
malty
fruity
orange
berry
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with soft malt character, layered with subtle noble hop notes and a distinct citrus lift.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Octopus Blond 0.4

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine, persistent head retention. The carbonation is lively but restrained, appropriate to the alcohol-free designation. Excellent Schaumhaftung leaves delicate rings down the glass.

pale goldenbright clarityfine head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft malt character, layered with subtle noble hop notes and a distinct citrus lift. Blood orange and kiwi berry aromatics emerge on closer inspection, lending a fruit-forward complexity without overwhelming the measured maltiness.

soft maltnoble hopsblood orangekiwi berry

◐ Taste

Entry is gently malty with good body for the style, followed by a wave of fruity sweetness and citrus notes. The bittering is restrained but present at 40 IBU, providing structure and balance. Mid-palate reveals crisp, hoppy undertones with a refreshing character that prevents cloying.

malty foundationfruity mid-palatecrisp bitternesscitrus notes

◑ Finish

Clean, dry finish with lingering citrus and a subtle herbal hop aftertaste. The refreshing quality carries through to a quick but satisfying conclusion.

dry finishherbal echorefreshing fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

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What is a Alcohol-Free Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

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