True Blonde Ale
Ska Brewing Company
Story by:
Chris Guest
Blonde Ale
Year-Round
Colorado
United States
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20
Description
A Smooth and Sexy Brew.
Like golden waves of yeast crashing on a golden beach of golden sand with golden taps spewing golden beer that’s smooth as gold.
A Crisp Blonde Ale. Golden in color, medium in body—she’s brewed with the help and the honey of Durango’s Honeyville™ bees.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 5.00%
IBUs: 20
Served at: ()
Hops:
Malts:
Judges Review
By Michael Heniff
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20
This beer is labeled as a blonde ale but that name only is appropriate for the description of the beer’s color; this hoppy ale is WAY too assertive for that boring “Blonde Ale” category! In the aroma, the hops are readily apparent as herbal, spicy, and floral for a character somewhat like noble hops but with a light lemony kick. The hops are again forward in the flavor with a light grainy pilsner malt and a hint of honey to add background character. This beer finishes crisp and refreshing with a moderate herbal character and spicy hops lingering with hints of honey. In summary, this easy-drinking ale is hoppy, refreshing and crisp. Enjoy!
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