Quintine Blonde

Name: Quintine Blonde
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5a3d23051603da261cadfb42
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.48 (27900 reviews)

Belgian Strong Ale 8 º 38 IBU

Brasserie des Légendes - Brasserie des Géants

Inspired by the legendary witch of Ellezelles, Quintine Blonde is a robust Belgian Golden Strong Ale that balances traditional brewing magic with a bold sensory profile. This unfiltered ale presents a heady bouquet of floral and fruity hop notes, evoking meadows and orchard blossoms. A soft, grainy-sweet malt backbone provides a smooth foundation for prominent pear-like esters and a subtle peppery alcohol warmth. Despite its strength, the finish is remarkably dry and effervescent, driven by a firm bitterness that lingers alongside flowery hop oils. It is a complex, medium-bodied elixir that masterfully conceals its potency behind a vibrant, ester-forward character.

Appearance. Presents a hazy, golden-blonde color (4-6 SRM) due to its unfiltered and unpasteurized nature. It is topped by a massive, long-lasting, rocky white head that leaves dense, characteristic Belgian lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity featuring a complex bouquet of pear and apple esters. Hop character is notably floral and herbal. A light, grainy-sweet malt presence supports low to moderate peppery phenols and a soft, perfumy alcohol note.

Taste. Initial impression is a blend of soft malt sweetness and fruity pome-fruit esters. Flavors of floral and herbal hops are pronounced, leading into a firm medium bitterness. The finish is very dry and clean, with lingering notes of peppery yeast and herbal hop oils in the aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body, which feels slightly more substantial than typical examples due to the lack of filtration. High carbonation provides an effervescent, sparkling sensation. Noticeable but smooth alcohol warmth is present without being solventy.

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