Editing Pale ale (section)

===Blonde===
Blonde ales are very pale in colour. The term "blonde" for pale beers is common in Europe and South America – particularly in France, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK, and Brazil – though the beers may not have much in common, other than colour. Blondes tend to be clear, crisp, and dry, with low-to-medium bitterness and aroma from hops, and some sweetness from malt. Fruitiness from [[ester]]s may be perceived. A lighter body from higher [[carbonation]] may be noticed.

In the United Kingdom, golden or summer ales were developed in the late 20th century by breweries to compete with the [[pale lager]] market. A typical golden ale has an appearance and profile similar to that of a pale lager. Malt character is subdued and the hop profile ranges from spicy to citrus; common hops include Styrian Golding and Cascade. Alcohol is in the 4% to 5% abv range. The UK style is attributed to John Gilbert, owner of [[Hop Back Brewery]], who developed "Summer Lightning" in 1989, which won several awards and inspired numerous imitators.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://desdemoor.co.uk/hop-back-summer-lightning/ |title=Hop Back Summer Lightning « Beer Culture with Des de Moor |publisher=desdemoor.co.uk |access-date=5 June 2010 }}</ref>

[[Belgian beer#Blonde or golden ale|Belgian blondes]] are often made with [[pilsner malt]].<ref name=webb81>Tim Webb. ''Good Beer Guide to Belgium'', 6th edition, p 81.</ref> Some beer writers regard blonde and golden ales as distinct styles, while others do not. [[Duvel]] is a typical Belgian blonde ale, and one of the most popular bottled beers in the country<ref>''The Complete Handbook of Beers and Brewing'' Brian Glover</ref> as well as being well known internationally.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702303499204576389473593410488.html|title=Belgium's Duvel Finds Crafty Success|first=John W.|last=Miller|website=WSJ|date=6 July 2011 }}</ref>