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Witte Antonia

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Bright citrus and a subtle hint of coriander open this unfiltered Amsterdam witbier, with a slightly sour edge and a base of wheat and pilsner malt. At 5.4% it carries the name of Witte Antonia, one of the best-known residents of the Bethaniën Monastery, a refuge founded in the mid-15th century by Arent Moey and Weyn Pieter Ghijbertsdatter for women seeking redemption.

ABV
5.4%
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
citrusycorianderwheat
citrusy
coriander
wheat
sour
clean
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with bright, zesty citrus notes that dominate the bouquet, complemented by a refined coriander spice that adds complexity without overpowering.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Witte Antonia

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with a luminous quality characteristic of the style. The beer presents a hazy, unfiltered appearance with fine suspended particles from the wheat and yeast, creating a soft, cloudy visual presence. A dense white head forms readily and clings to the glass with fine lacing, revealing excellent foam stability.

pale straw yellowunfiltered, hazydense white headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright, zesty citrus notes that dominate the bouquet, complemented by a refined coriander spice that adds complexity without overpowering. Beneath these primary aromatics lies a gentle wheat base with subtle herbal undertones from the spice, while the yeast contributes a light, slightly tart character typical of witbiers. The overall impression is clean and refreshing, with no harsh or coarse elements.

bright citruscoriander spicewheat baseherbal, slightly tart

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a crisp, zesty citrus character that immediately engages the taste buds, followed by a subtle coriander note that provides gentle spice and depth. The wheat malt backbone delivers a soft, slightly creamy texture with a light body, while a delicate sourness runs through the mid-palate, adding liveliness and complexity. The bitterness remains restrained at 15 IBU, allowing the citrus and spice to take center stage while maintaining balance and drinkability.

citrusy, refreshingcoriander spicelight, creamy bodydelicate sourness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the citrus gradually fading into a subtle wheat note and a gentle reminder of spice. A light, lingering tartness persists on the palate, encouraging another sip and reinforcing the beer's refreshing character.

clean, drycitrus fadelight tartness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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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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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