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SeaWise

Dutch Bargain
Netherlands·Witbier
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SeaWise is a witbier fermented with classic Weihenstephan yeast and finished with a DB twist: verbena adds a fresh citrus note, while sea fennel and sea buckthorn berry bring local Zeeland finesse, the taste of the dune wind. Banana and a hint of spice show in the nose, and the body stays slim at 4.3% ABV and 20 IBU.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
wheatcitrusybanana
wheat
citrusy
banana
berry
herbal
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent banana and subtle clove notes from the Weihenstephan yeast, followed by a bright citrus character from the verbena.
also:clean,coriander
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for SeaWise

◎ Appearance

SeaWise presents a pale straw-gold color with excellent clarity, characteristic of a well-executed witbier. The head is fine and persistent, with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a gentle effervescence throughout.

pale straw-goldbright clarityfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent banana and subtle clove notes from the Weihenstephan yeast, followed by a bright citrus character from the verbena. Sea fennel and sea buckthorn berry contribute a coastal herbal quality—fresh and mineral-tinged, reminiscent of dune vegetation. The overall impression is clean and refreshing, with spice notes lingering in the background.

banana, clove from yeastfresh citrus, verbenacoastal herbs, sea fennelmineral, crisp

◐ Taste

The palate is light and delicate, with soft wheat malts providing a gentle, grainy foundation. Citrus and berry notes emerge mid-palate, balanced by herbal undertones and a whisper of spice. Bitterness is restrained at 20 IBU, allowing the subtle adjunct flavors to shine without astringency. The body remains slim and refreshing throughout.

soft wheat, grainycitrus, berry harmonyherbal, spicedgentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with the citrus and herbal notes fading gracefully. A clean, refreshing aftertaste persists without heaviness, leaving the palate prepared for the next sip.

crisp, dryclean aftertaste
77
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
76
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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