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Raw Wheat

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Cloudy on purpose: the yeast stays in the beer, and that gives this unfiltered American wheat its smooth character. It is built as an easy first step into handcrafted beer, and the brewery credits a gravity-defying yeast for the haze. Brewed at Blind Tiger in Topeka, it is one of six flagship beers the brewpub aims to keep on tap at all times.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
wheatyeastyclean
wheat
yeasty
clean
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with classic wheat grain character—grainy, slightly bread-like notes underscore the profile.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Raw Wheat

◎ Appearance

Pale straw to light gold in color with a distinctly hazy, opaque appearance—the suspended yeast is a visual signature of this unfiltered wheat ale. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Gentle carbonation yields a soft, pillowy foam that sits atop the cloudy body.

pale goldintentionally hazyfine lacingsoft foam

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with classic wheat grain character—grainy, slightly bread-like notes underscore the profile. Subtle yeast esters emerge, contributing a delicate spice and gentle banana undertone without overwhelming the senses. Noble hops recede into the background, offering only a whisper of herbal restraint.

grainy wheatyeast esterssubtle spicenoble hop restraint

◐ Taste

On the palate, a smooth, silky mouthfeel dominates, reflecting the yeast's influence on texture. Wheat and grain flavors occupy the center, accented by light fruity notes and a touch of yeasty warmth. The bitterness is minimal (18 IBU), allowing the malt and adjuncts to speak without sharp edges; the finish is clean and crisp rather than tannic.

smooth texturewheat-forwardlight fruitrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, fading gracefully with lingering wheat grain and a faint yeasty dryness. No astringency or harsh aftertaste; instead, a refreshing clarity that invites another sip.

clean finishfaint grain dryness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 5–8°C

Serve at 5–8°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About American Wheat Ale

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What is a American Wheat Ale?

American Wheat Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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