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Alaskan White

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Alaskan's Belgian-inspired witbier — brewed with coriander and orange peel for a refreshing citrus and spice character. Hazy, smooth and light with a clean finish. Alaskan White is the summer counterpart to Amber's year-round reliability.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicycitrusyclean
spicy
citrusy
clean
coriander
wheat
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—orange peel and subtle lemon—supported by classic witbier spice character from coriander and clove.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Alaskan White

◎ Appearance

Pale golden haze with excellent clarity for the style, presenting a bright and inviting presentation. A thick, creamy white head forms readily and maintains excellent retention, characteristic of a well-crafted witbier. The fine carbonation creates a gentle effervescence that enhances the beer's refreshing appeal.

pale goldenhazycreamy white headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—orange peel and subtle lemon—supported by classic witbier spice character from coriander and clove. Belgian yeast esters contribute gentle banana and phenolic spice in the background, creating a complex yet inviting aromatic profile. A subtle wheaten grain base anchors the composition without overwhelming the delicate adjunct aromas.

orange peel citruscoriander spicebanana estersclove

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth wheat and creamy mouthfeel, immediately followed by bright citrus and gentle spice notes. Mid-palate reveals layered complexity with clove, banana, and coriander creating an intricate dance, while a subtle sweetness balances the minimal bitterness. The low IBU profile allows the adjunct character to shine without hop interference, delivering a refreshingly balanced experience.

smooth wheatcitrus forwardcreamyslightly sweet

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp with excellent drinkability, the light body and low bitterness creating an extremely refreshing conclusion. A subtle lingering spice character from coriander and clove persists briefly without becoming obtrusive.

cleancrisprefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
81
Appearance
84
Finish
80
Serve at 5–8°C

Serve cold to preserve the delicate citrus and spice aromas. Too warm and the yeast esters become heavy — too cold and the coriander disappears.

Witbier glass

The tall, slender wheat beer glass holds the full 50cl pour and shows off the hazy golden colour. The wide mouth lets citrus and spice aromas drift upward freely.

Best consumed fresh. Citrus and spice notes fade after 3–4 months. Drink within 6 months of packaging.

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About Witbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Witbier?

Witbiers are Belgian white ales brewed with unmalted wheat, 4.5–5.5% ABV. Hazy and refreshing with citrus peel, coriander spice and a soft creamy body.

Finding a similar Witbier

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