Awarded Beers

Awarded Beers » 2010 »Belgian-Style Blonde Ale

Competition:
World Beer Cup 2010
Category:
Belgian-Style Blonde Ale
Location:
United States Colorado
Place Rank:
Gold medal
TROUBODOUR BLOND

Belgian-Style Blonde Ale beers are golden to deep amber in color. Noble-type hops are commonly used. Low levels of phenolic spiciness from yeast byproducts may be perceived. Diacetyl should not be perceived. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures.

Characteristics:
Original Gravity (Plato): 1.054-1.068 (13.5-16.8 Plato)
Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (Plato): 1.008-1.014 (2-3.5 Plato)
Alcohol by Weight (Volume): 5.0-6.2 (6.0-7.8)
Bitterness (IBU): 15-30
Color SRM (EBC): 5-10 (10-20 EBC)

Brugse Zot blond from Brewery De Halve Maan is available in the Beer Store