Village Blonde - 18.5 Litre Keg
Village Blonde is the cornerstone of Calgary’s Village Brewery, a brand built on the philosophy of community and "small-town" connection. Launched in 2011, this Golden Ale was one of the first beers to help bridge the gap between mass-produced domestic lagers and the burgeoning craft beer movement in Alberta. It is designed to be the "everyman" craft beer—sophisticated enough for the enthusiast but approachable enough for someone’s first step away from a "Big Beer" brand.
Beer Description
Village Blonde pours a brilliant, clear golden-straw color with a tight, frothy white head and moderate carbonation.
Aroma: The nose is clean, welcoming, and subtly sweet. It leads with the scent of honeyed biscuits and fresh grain, followed by a delicate, floral hop aroma. There is a faint, fruity hint of lemon or pear that comes from the ale yeast, adding a layer of brightness that you won't find in a standard lager.
Palate: On the tongue, it is light-to-medium bodied with a smooth, well-rounded mouthfeel. It leads with a gentle malt sweetness and a touch of caramel, which is quickly balanced by a mild, earthy bitterness. The finish is crisp and clean, with a subtle "snap" that leaves the palate refreshed.
Profile: It sits at a very accessible 4.5% ABV and a low bitterness of 15 IBU, making it the definition of a "sessionable" ale.
Technical Notes: This beer is a showcase of regional quality, brewed with Alberta-grown malted barley and a touch of wheat to enhance the head retention and mouthfeel. It is hopped with a combination of European and North American varieties to provide a balanced, "noble" character without any aggressive bitterness. Unlike a lager, it is fermented at slightly warmer temperatures, which allows the yeast to contribute its signature soft fruitiness.
Village Blonde is the cornerstone of Calgary’s Village Brewery, a brand built on the philosophy of community and "small-town" connection. Launched in 2011, this Golden Ale was one of the first beers to help bridge the gap between mass-produced domestic lagers and the burgeoning craft beer movement in Alberta. It is designed to be the "everyman" craft beer—sophisticated enough for the enthusiast but approachable enough for someone’s first step away from a "Big Beer" brand.
Beer Description
Village Blonde pours a brilliant, clear golden-straw color with a tight, frothy white head and moderate carbonation.
Aroma: The nose is clean, welcoming, and subtly sweet. It leads with the scent of honeyed biscuits and fresh grain, followed by a delicate, floral hop aroma. There is a faint, fruity hint of lemon or pear that comes from the ale yeast, adding a layer of brightness that you won't find in a standard lager.
Palate: On the tongue, it is light-to-medium bodied with a smooth, well-rounded mouthfeel. It leads with a gentle malt sweetness and a touch of caramel, which is quickly balanced by a mild, earthy bitterness. The finish is crisp and clean, with a subtle "snap" that leaves the palate refreshed.
Profile: It sits at a very accessible 4.5% ABV and a low bitterness of 15 IBU, making it the definition of a "sessionable" ale.
Technical Notes: This beer is a showcase of regional quality, brewed with Alberta-grown malted barley and a touch of wheat to enhance the head retention and mouthfeel. It is hopped with a combination of European and North American varieties to provide a balanced, "noble" character without any aggressive bitterness. Unlike a lager, it is fermented at slightly warmer temperatures, which allows the yeast to contribute its signature soft fruitiness.
Original: $82.76
-65%$82.76
$28.97Description
Village Blonde is the cornerstone of Calgary’s Village Brewery, a brand built on the philosophy of community and "small-town" connection. Launched in 2011, this Golden Ale was one of the first beers to help bridge the gap between mass-produced domestic lagers and the burgeoning craft beer movement in Alberta. It is designed to be the "everyman" craft beer—sophisticated enough for the enthusiast but approachable enough for someone’s first step away from a "Big Beer" brand.
Beer Description
Village Blonde pours a brilliant, clear golden-straw color with a tight, frothy white head and moderate carbonation.
Aroma: The nose is clean, welcoming, and subtly sweet. It leads with the scent of honeyed biscuits and fresh grain, followed by a delicate, floral hop aroma. There is a faint, fruity hint of lemon or pear that comes from the ale yeast, adding a layer of brightness that you won't find in a standard lager.
Palate: On the tongue, it is light-to-medium bodied with a smooth, well-rounded mouthfeel. It leads with a gentle malt sweetness and a touch of caramel, which is quickly balanced by a mild, earthy bitterness. The finish is crisp and clean, with a subtle "snap" that leaves the palate refreshed.
Profile: It sits at a very accessible 4.5% ABV and a low bitterness of 15 IBU, making it the definition of a "sessionable" ale.
Technical Notes: This beer is a showcase of regional quality, brewed with Alberta-grown malted barley and a touch of wheat to enhance the head retention and mouthfeel. It is hopped with a combination of European and North American varieties to provide a balanced, "noble" character without any aggressive bitterness. Unlike a lager, it is fermented at slightly warmer temperatures, which allows the yeast to contribute its signature soft fruitiness.
