Serafijn
Wheat malt gives this witbier its soft wheat taste with a gentle, slightly sour tang, while coriander seed adds a fresh spiciness and orange peel rides along. Very little hop goes in, so bitterness is practically absent. The recipe is the same as that of the Witte Raaf, the beer that made the former Brouwerij De Raaf big, which makes Serafijn the first Dutch witbier.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Serafijn
Serve cold to preserve the delicate citrus and spice aromas. Too warm and the yeast esters become heavy — too cold and the coriander disappears.
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.
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.
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