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Blanche is Burning Sky Brewery's take on the classic Belgian witbier tradition, brewed in Firle, United Kingdom. This East Sussex interpretation pours a hazy, pale straw gold with a pillowy white head that lingers invitingly. The aroma is zesty and aromatic, offering bright citrus peel, fresh coriander, and delicate floral notes characteristic of the Belgian wheat beer style. On the palate, it is refreshingly light-bodied with a soft, creamy wheat character underpinning subtle spice. The carbonation is lively, enhancing its thirst-quenching quality. The finish is clean and gently dry, with a lingering hint of orange zest and white pepper. A beautifully crafted, approachable witbier that honours its Belgian inspiration while carrying unmistakable British craft sensibility.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
wheatcitrusycoriander
wheat
citrusy
coriander
floral
clean
spicy
Aroma
The nose is zesty and aromatic, opening with bright citrus peel that recalls lemon and orange rind.
also:orange
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Blanche

◎ Appearance

Blanche presents a hazy, pale straw-gold colour that catches the light with an inviting translucence. A pillowy white head forms at the pour and lingers persistently, leaving delicate lacing as the beer is consumed. The lively carbonation manifests as fine, sustained bubbles throughout the glass.

hazy pale goldpersistent white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is zesty and aromatic, opening with bright citrus peel that recalls lemon and orange rind. Distinctive coriander spice mingles with delicate floral notes—a hallmark of the witbier tradition—creating an inviting and complex bouquet. The wheat base adds a soft, slightly creamy undertone without dominating the composition.

citrus peelcorianderfloralzesty

◐ Taste

Entry is light-bodied and refreshing, with a soft, creamy wheat character that rounds the palate pleasantly. Mid-palate reveals subtle white pepper spice and continued citrus notes, while low bitterness (15 IBU) keeps the beer approachable and thirst-quenching. The carbonation enhances the overall liveliness without sharpness.

soft wheatlight bodysubtle spicelow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and gently dry, allowing a lingering hint of orange zest and white pepper to fade gradually. No astringency or harshness intrudes; the aftertaste remains refreshing and inviting.

clean dryorange zestgentle
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
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

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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.

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