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Thisted Belgisk Blonde

Denmark·Belgian Blonde Ale
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A pale golden beer with a refined balance of fruity notes, a lightly spicy aroma and a soft, rounded sweetness. It is brewed with wheat malt and shows a clear Belgian character. Belgisk Blonde appeared on 1 February 2025 together with Belgisk Dubbel, after months of development by head brewers Christian Harboe and Kjeld Vang Lauritsen.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
wheatfruityspicy
wheat
fruity
spicy
honey
Aroma
The nose opens with soft wheat character and orchard fruit notes—pear and ripe apple predominate.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Thisted Belgisk Blonde

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. The head is fine and persistent, clinging to the glass with delicate lacing as it subsides. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending visual liveliness without aggression.

pale goldenclearfine head lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft wheat character and orchard fruit notes—pear and ripe apple predominate. Subtle spice emerges in the background, along with a restrained honeyed sweetness that adds depth without overwhelming. Noble hop aromatics remain in the periphery, allowing the malt and yeast character to lead.

wheat, orchard fruitsubtle spicehoney notes

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and gently sweet, with wheat malt providing a silky, rounded mouthfeel. Mid-palate develops fruity complexity and a whisper of herbal-spice character, while residual sweetness remains integrated rather than cloying. Bitterness is restrained at 22 IBU, allowing the malt profile to remain the focal point throughout.

soft malt sweetnessfruity, spiced mid-palatelow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, trailing away smoothly with lingering wheat and honey notes. The aftertaste is clean and slightly dry, without harsh edges or astringency.

smooth fadewheat, honey aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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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About Belgian Blonde Ale

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What is a Belgian Blonde Ale?

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