{"product_id":"herkenrode-cister-abbey-blonde-ale-11-2-oz-bottle","title":"Herkenrode Cister Abbey Blonde Ale 11.2 oz bottle","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk192510704\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerkenrode Cister Abbey Blonde Ale 11.2 oz bottle\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrewed by: \u003c\/b\u003eCornelissen Brouwerij\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry: \u003c\/b\u003eBelgium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eBlonde\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume):\u003c\/b\u003e6.5%\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIBU: \u003c\/b\u003e30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeerAdvocate.com rating: \u003c\/b\u003e85\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerkenrode Cister \u003c\/b\u003eis a blonde abbey beer that ferments a second time in the bottle.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe shelf life is 24 months.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is brewed with two-row malted summer barley and 100% Saaz-Saaz hops.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a certified Belgian abbey beer, brewed in the tradition of the abbeys.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePours a pretty blond with generous foam that quickly disappears.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAroma is yeasty and sweet malts – think tree fruit. Taste is well-balanced – clove, pale grain, peppercorn, earthy.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eMouthfeel a light coating, bubbly, medium body, smooth finish.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAwards:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e               \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e2019 World Beer Awards – Belgium Winner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e               \u003c\/span\u003e2023 World Beer Awards – Style Winner – World’s Best\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e               \u003c\/span\u003e2018 Australian International Beer Awards– Bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrilled whitefish, mussels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpicy \u0026amp; Ethnic Cuisine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRoasted Chicken, Pork Tenderloin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrewery Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/herkenrode.com\/\" title=\"Herkenrode\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerkenrode Abbey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e beers are a modern revival of a deeply historic Belgian brewing tradition rooted in the former Cistercian nunnery of Herkenrode Abbey in eastern Flanders, which dates back to the 12th century. The nuns there originally brewed beer on-site until they were displaced due to the wars of the late 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e and early 20\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e centuries, but the spirit of those recipes and techniques has endured. Relaunched by the Cornelissen craft family brewery in the early 2000s, the Herkenrode line is officially recognized as Belgian abbey beers (of which there are only 23) and is notable for being tied to an all-female monastic heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrouwerij Cornelissen\u003c\/b\u003e, the family-owned and operated brewery, was founded in 1859 in Limburg, Belgium. Cornelissen produces the Herkenrode beers on behalf of the abbey using recipes and inspiration that trace back centuries, combining historical authenticity with modern brewing precision. The brewery is known for maintaining traditional methods, including the use of copper kettles and extended maturation times—up to eight weeks for the Herkenrode range—which contribute to depth of flavor and refinement. This partnership allows the brand to preserve its monastic identity while ensuring consistent quality, making Herkenrode a compelling example of how heritage and contemporary brewing can coexist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sixth City","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45060248010928,"sku":"4907","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/7030\/0321\/files\/herkenrodecister.jpg?v=1776446699","url":"https:\/\/belgianstyleales.com\/products\/herkenrode-cister-abbey-blonde-ale-11-2-oz-bottle","provider":"BELGIAN-STYLE ALES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}