Among the house’s emblematic specialty beers, Anosteke IPA blonde 33 cl from Brasserie du Pays Flamand embodies a decisively contemporary style built on the elegance of hops and the backbone of bitterness. Brewed and bottled in Merville, in the heart of Hauts-de-France, this creation appeals to discerning enthusiasts as well as curious drinkers seeking an IPA with a bright aromatic register. Its profile opens on a blonde robe with golden highlights, a fine persistent head, then unfolds a bouquet of fresh hops that suggests ripe fruit, delicate citrus and an airy floral touch. On the palate, the malt framework provides a generous base before giving way to a precise, straightforward finish supported by a clear and lasting bitterness. At 6% vol, the balance between intensity and drinkability is controlled, for a tasting as expressive as it is refined, faithful to the signature of this renowned craft brewery.

Brewing and hop expression

Born of patiently honed know-how, this blonde IPA profile relies on the quality of malted barley and the careful selection of hops, worked to preserve their aromatic freshness. Brasserie du Pays Flamand delivers here a Belgian-inspired interpretation where the clarity of the style meets a generous but always restrained aromatic expression. Each step of the brewing process aims for expressiveness without excess, so that the fruitiness, floral notes and bitterness remain readable and harmonious. The 33 cl bottle suits all tasting moments, from a tête-à-tête to a friends’ aperitif, while keeping the hops’ energy intact. This IPA thus stands out by its precise articulation between the malt’s body and the hop’s tension, the hallmark of a specialty beer designed for the table as much as for enjoying a single glass.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Bright blonde with golden highlights, lively with fine effervescence and topped by a neat white head.
• Nose : Fresh hops with fruity and floral accents, recalling delicate citrus, stone fruit and a subtle herbal hint.
• Palate : Soft malt-driven attack, structured mid-palate, then a build-up in intensity on a precise hop character. Dry, bitter finish, long and refreshing, inviting the next sip without ever weighing down.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve chilled in a tulip or goblet glass to enhance the hoppy bouquet and manage the head. Let it breathe a few moments so the fruity and floral nuances can fully develop. Avoid strong thermal shocks that would stifle the aromatic finesse, and keep the bottle out of direct light. This IPA is best enjoyed young, when the hops’ freshness expresses itself vividly. At the table, take small sips, pairing each aromatic rise with a bite of selected food for a harmonious, paced tasting experience.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : comté gougères, citrus fish rillettes, root vegetable chips.
• Starters : sea bream ceviche, herb salmon tartare, citrus and fennel salad.
• Mains : herb-roasted poultry, aromatic Asian cuisine, lightly spiced fish tacos.
• Cheeses : mountain tomme, young cantal, aged cheddar, which converse well with the elegant bitterness.
• Finish : thin citrus tart or lemon loaf, for a lively note that resonates with the hops.

Occasions

Ideal as an aperitif to open the palate with vitality, Anosteke IPA blonde 33 cl also accompanies convivial meals and sharing moments where the simplicity of good food is celebrated. It naturally finds its place at a bistronomic dinner, an afterwork among connaisseurs or a indulgent weekend. Its aromatic elegance also makes it a thoughtful gift to introduce someone to French-style IPAs, without losing the clarity of an accessible, well-defined style.

• For a refined aperitif driven by hoppy freshness.
• During a food & beer pairing where fat, saline and vegetal elements answer one another.
• As a gourmet gift for craft beer lovers.

Characteristics

• Name : Anosteke IPA blonde 33 cl
• Category : Specialty beers
• Style : Blonde IPA, Belgian IPA
• Brewery : Brasserie du Pays Flamand, Merville, Hauts-de-France
• Alcohol by volume : 6% vol
• Volume : 33 cl
• Allergens : contains gluten, barley