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Zeebries

Netherlands·Belgian Blonde Ale
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Light and rich in flavour, like a Texel sea breeze in your glass: Zeebries is a blond beer with a touch of sea fennel, which gives it an aromatic, softly spicy accent. Made from pure ingredients, it is a self-willed blond with a Texel twist and 5.0% ABV. Formerly sold as Texels Blond, it now wears a new look.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
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
spicyherbalclean
spicy
herbal
clean
fruity
honey
Aroma
The nose opens with delicate herbal and spicy notes from the sea fennel, lending an aromatic freshness that sets this beer apart.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Zeebries

◎ Appearance

Zeebries presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, crystalline appearance. The head forms quickly and persists with fine lacing that clings to the glass throughout the tasting. Carbonation is lively and even, creating a visually appealing effervescence.

pale goldbright clarityfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with delicate herbal and spicy notes from the sea fennel, lending an aromatic freshness that sets this beer apart. Soft malt undertones provide a light, supporting base without overwhelming the bouquet. A clean, gentle fruitiness complements the herbaceous character, creating a balanced and inviting profile.

sea fennel spiceherbal freshnesssoft maltclean fruit

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and light-bodied, with a subtle sweetness and honey notes that unfold across the mid-palate. The sea fennel emerges as a soft, spicy accent that adds complexity without harshness, while the clean malt foundation remains supportive. Bitterness is restrained at 22 IBU, allowing the herbal and spicy elements to shine through without any sharp edges.

smooth bodyhoney sweetnesssoft spicerestrained bitternessherbal complexity

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the spicy sea fennel fading gracefully into a dry, crisp conclusion. A subtle honey warmth lingers briefly, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

crisp finishdry aftertasterefreshing
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
82
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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