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Barley's witbier — light, cloudy, and fragrant with Mediterranean citrus and coriander character. Bottle-refermented for natural carbonation. 824 Untappd ratings at 3.57. The most accessible Barley beer and the perfect introduction to the brewery.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
wheatcitrusyclean
wheat
citrusy
clean
coriander
floral
yeasty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright Mediterranean citrus—lemon zest and grapefruit pith—layered with a distinctive herbal coriander note that feels restrained and refined.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Friska

◎ Appearance

Friska presents a pale straw-gold body with characteristic haze from suspension through the Witbier yeast. A dense, creamy white head forms on the pour and clings persistently to the glass walls. Fine, active carbonation creates a gently effervescent visual impression.

pale straw-goldhazy from yeastpersistent white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright Mediterranean citrus—lemon zest and grapefruit pith—layered with a distinctive herbal coriander note that feels restrained and refined. Beneath lies a soft wheat grain character with subtle spice undertones, supported by a clean fermentation profile without any harsh phenolic or solvent notes.

bright citrus zestcoriander herbsoft wheatclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and light, with citrus acidity meeting the full wheat body. Mid-palate develops the coriander and spice character in balance with soft stone fruit undertones, while mild residual sweetness prevents any sharp edges. Bitterness remains subdued at 15 IBU, contributing structure without assertiveness.

crisp citrus entrybalanced spicelight bodygentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, tapering to a dry wheat grain note with lingering citrus zest. Aftertaste remains pleasant and inviting without heavy residue.

dry wheatlingering citrus
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
77
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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