Blonde ale

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Blonde ales, also called golden ales range in color from that of straw to golden blond(e). They are clear, crisp, and dry, with low-to-medium bitterness and aroma from hops, and some sweetness from malt. Fruitiness from esters may be perceived but do not dominate the flavour or aroma. A lighter body from higher carbonation may be noticed. The lightness in the use of hops and malt can make blonde ales a good introduction to craft industry beers for consumers only familiar with mass-marketed beers.

Contents 1 Commercial examples 1.1 From Belgium 1.2 From France 1.3 From the United States 1.4 From Australia 2 See also

[edit] Commercial examples

[edit] From Belgium

• Leffe blonde
• Grimbergen blonde
• Duvel
• Moinette blonde
• Westvleteren blonde
• La Trappe blonde
• Achel blond

[edit] From France

• Jenlain blonde
• Étoile du Nord
• Eurelienne blonde
• Pelforth blonde

[edit] From the United States

• Goose Island Blonde
• Bridgeport Pintail Ale
• Red Hook Blonde Ale
• Real Ale Fireman's #4

[edit] From Australia

• Coopers Sparkling Ale

Based on the industry definition published by the Association of Brewers.

[edit] See also

• Belgian blonde ale