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Bellegems Wit

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Fruity from top fermentation and spicy in aroma, this cloudy, unfiltered witbier (5 %) is built on barley and wheat, with hops and a selection of herbs added in the boil. It is refermented in the bottle with sugar and fresh yeast and rests for about two weeks in warm rooms afterwards, which shapes its final smell and taste.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruityspicywheat
fruity
spicy
wheat
herbal
yeasty
coriander
Aroma
The nose leads with bright, top-fermentation fruitiness—subtle banana and stone fruit esters—layered beneath a distinctive herbal and spice complexity.
also:clove,citrusy
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bellegems Wit

◎ Appearance

Pale straw gold with a distinctive haze from suspended yeast and wheat proteins, giving the beer a characteristically cloudy appearance. A generous, pillowy white head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving a delicate lacework of foam. Fine carbonation contributes to the visual liveliness and the soft, inviting presentation.

hazy pale goldcreamy white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright, top-fermentation fruitiness—subtle banana and stone fruit esters—layered beneath a distinctive herbal and spice complexity. Fresh herb notes and a hint of peppery spice from the carefully chosen botanical additions emerge clearly, while a soft, grainy wheat character anchors the profile. Underlying yeast-derived phenolics add a gentle, earthy dimension without harshness.

fruity estersherbal spicewheat grainphenolic warmth

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and refreshing, with the wheat and barley malt providing a light, slightly grainy sweetness balanced by restrained bitterness. The mid-palate develops subtle fruitiness and herbal spice notes that echo the aromatic promise, maintaining a smooth, approachable character throughout. Low bitterness (15 IBU) allows the grain and yeast complexity to shine, with a clean, crisp sensation that invites another sip.

light malt sweetnessherbal-spiced midpalategentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively dry, with the spice and herbal notes lingering briefly without becoming sharp or astringent. A mild yeasty warmth fades gradually, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that complements the overall easy-drinking nature of the beer.

dry herbal fadesmooth departure
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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