Chouffe
40

The Blonde 40th anniversary beer.

The usual Chouffe presentation. Lemon colored, lightly clouded body with an initial high, white, bubbly head. Retention and lace are not great, but there is a thin film left on the surface of the beer.

Light, hoppy nose but more sweet than anything else.

Tastes reflect the nose with a lightly hoppy note surrounded by some sweeter cereal notes. It finishes dry and with a kind of light, orange juice. The zesty, orange peel/pith tastes come on stronger as the beer warms, and together with the dry finish, this is the impression I am left with. Some light grassy notes and some people report a spice element that for me, comes out as more orange.

Creamy mouthfeel without drama.

It’s a nicely put together, simple beer. That’s good, and I like the ABV, but for such an anniversary beer maybe something bigger, bolder and more memorable was required? Seems like an opportunity slightly missed.

 

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03/13/2023
Format:
bottle
ABV: 5.8 %
Appearance: 4.0
Taste: 4.0
Mouthfeel: 4.0
Smell: 4.0
Overall: 4.0
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