Jopen Hoppenbier

Name: Jopen Hoppenbier
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5628b10ef70fb57c485462bd
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.45 (48579 reviews)

Belgian Blonde Ale 6.8 º 40 IBU

Jopen

Jopen Hoppenbier is a revitalized historical classic from Haarlem, offering a complex sensory bridge between medieval tradition and modern hopping. Brewed with a distinct trio of barley, wheat, and oats, it presents a smooth, rounded malt backbone. The aroma is vibrantly fresh, layering soft orchard fruit with unique savory accents of bay leaf. On the palate, an initial wave of mellow malt sweetness quickly transitions into a spiced profile of clove and herbal laurel. A double addition of hops provides a firm, enduring bitterness that defines the long, crisp finish, marking its legacy as a pioneer of hopped beers within the Experimental Beer category.

Appearance. Brilliant golden-yellow to deep blonde color. Pours with a thick, creamy white head that exhibits excellent retention and leaves fine lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity. Fresh herbal notes of bay leaf and a touch of peppery clove lead, supported by soft stone fruit esters. A clean, grainy malt base from the wheat and oats provides a subtle bready foundation without heavy sweetness.

Taste. The initial impression is a smooth, mellow malt sweetness. This is rapidly followed by a complex interplay of spicy phenolics—specifically bay leaf and laurel—and a clean, assertive hop character. The bitterness is firm and well-defined, balancing the triple-grain body. The finish is notably dry and clean with a persistent, lingering herbal bitterness in the aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with an exceptionally smooth, almost silky texture derived from the oats and wheat. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a refreshing prickle. A subtle, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present but never harsh.

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