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Cheerwine Ale

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NoDa's collaboration with North Carolina soda institution Cheerwine — 5.2% ABV, cherry-forward wheat ale, sweet-but-not-syrupy, the Cheerwine familiarity on top of a proper beer frame. Year-round since 2023. A Carolinas-only pour by design — the packaging even matches the soda's burgundy-and-cream livery.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityberryclean
fruity
berry
clean
wheat
Aroma
Bright cherry aromatics dominate the nose, recalling the signature Cheerwine soda character while remaining grounded in wheat beer wheat notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cheerwine Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with good transparency and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is lively without aggression, producing a steady stream of fine bubbles that maintain the foam's integrity throughout the pour.

pale goldclearfine foamwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Bright cherry aromatics dominate the nose, recalling the signature Cheerwine soda character while remaining grounded in wheat beer wheat notes. Subtle fruit esters support the cherry impression; minimal hop presence allows the stone fruit and grain to lead without floral or herbal interference.

cherry-forwardwheat grainfruity esterssubtle

◐ Taste

The palate opens with distinct cherry sweetness balanced against a clean wheat malt foundation that prevents cloying. Mid-palate reveals light stone fruit character and a gentle grain softness; low bitterness (18 IBU) remains restrained, allowing the Cheerwine collaboration's fruit identity to remain central without harsh edge.

cherrysweet-dry balancewheat maltlow bitterness

◑ Finish

Finish is crisp and moderately dry, with cherry notes fading into a clean grain aftertaste. The refreshing quality persists without lingering sweetness, inviting another sip.

dry finishrefreshingclean grain
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
79
Finish
76
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°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 Cherry Wheat Ale

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