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Beersel Blanche

Birrificio del Ducato
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🌍 Italy · Witbier · One of 44 Witbiers in hopIQ

Del Ducato's Belgian-inspired witbier — a collaboration tribute to the Beersel lambic brewing region of Belgium. Hazy and golden with orange peel, coriander and a dry, refreshing finish. Beersel Blanche shows del Ducato's Belgian influences alongside its Italian character: a well-crafted witbier from a brewery that takes both tradition and innovation seriously.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Very crisp mouthfeel.

A sharp texture drives the beer — a clean, direct pour with room for the palate to fill in.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Witbier.
Malt character
wheat
Fermentation & yeast
clean
yeasty
Distinctive notes
citrusy
coriander
orange
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Beersel Blanche

Appearance

Beersel Blanche presents a striking hazy golden hue that's characteristic of the witbier style. The beer displays excellent effervescence with a fluffy, white head that reflects its Belgian brewing heritage. Moderate carbonation creates a lively, inviting visual presence in the glass.

goldenhazywhite headeffervescent

Aroma

The nose opens with prominent wheat and banana esters typical of Belgian yeast fermentation, complemented by distinctive spice notes. Orange peel and coriander aromatics provide a bright, citrusy character that frames the classic clove and spice undertones beautifully. The overall bouquet is refreshing and approachable, balancing traditional witbier spicing with subtle Italian craft sensibilities.

bananaorange peelcorianderclove

Taste

The palate opens with soft wheat notes and a creamy mouthfeel that leads into pronounced banana and citrus flavors. Mid-palate reveals well-integrated spice layers—coriander and clove—with a gentle sweetness that prevents the beer from becoming cloying. The low IBU (12) ensures these delicate flavors remain the focus, with a light, refreshing character throughout.

wheatbananacreamyslightly sweet

Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with citrus notes lingering pleasantly on the palate. The beer's effervescence carries through to the end, creating a clean, crisp aftertaste that invites another sip.

drycleanrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Beersel Blanche

Serve at 5–8°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Beersel Blanche

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same wheat, citrusy, dry character as Beersel Blanche will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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