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't Gouden IJ

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A malty base and a fine bitterness shape this golden blonde beer at 6.8%. It first appeared as a special in autumn 2023 and proved so popular that it moved into the regular range. Barley, wheat, rye and oat flakes go into the brew with orange, coriander seeds and hops, and the brewery suggests serving it at 5–8 °C.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycorianderorange
malty
coriander
orange
wheat
clean
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent malty warmth balanced by distinct coriander and orange zest notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for 't Gouden IJ

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is crisp and visible, lending an inviting, well-defined appearance that reflects the beer's refreshing character.

bright goldenexcellent clarityfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent malty warmth balanced by distinct coriander and orange zest notes. Subtle spice emerges from the grain bill, while a gentle herbal hop presence grounds the composition without dominating, creating an aromatic profile that is both complex and clean.

malty warmthcorianderorange zestherbal hops

◐ Taste

The palate leads with a soft, rounded malt foundation that carries notes of wheat and subtle grain spice. A fine bitterness develops gradually across the mid-palate, integrated rather than sharp, while coriander and orange provide a gentle citrus counterpoint that builds toward a dry, refreshing finish.

soft malt basewheat characterfine bitternesscitrus notes

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with the bitterness receding gracefully to leave a light, spiced afterglow. A crisp, refreshing quality lingers without heaviness, encouraging the next sip.

clean finishdryspiced aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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