hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Buchito

Spain·American Wheat Ale
Tap to rate

Buchito is an American Wheat Ale in which the fruity aromas of the hops blend with the notes of the wheat, giving an easy-drinking beer with some complexity. The recipe is by Juan Castro and was first created for the La Manada brewery in Telde.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter24 IBU
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruitywheathoppy
fruity
wheat
hoppy
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with distinct fruity hop aromatics—citrus and stone fruit notes—layered harmoniously with wheat's subtle grainy sweetness.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Buchito

◎ Appearance

Buchito presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a continuous stream of fine bubbles that maintain steady lacing as the beer is consumed.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with distinct fruity hop aromatics—citrus and stone fruit notes—layered harmoniously with wheat's subtle grainy sweetness. These elements interweave without dominance, creating an inviting and approachable bouquet that signals the beer's refreshing character.

citrus and stone fruitwheat grain notesclean hop expressionbalanced, inviting

◐ Taste

The palate delivers a smooth entry with immediate wheat character and fruity hop flavors in the foreground. Mid-palate remains light and crisp, with gentle bittering (24 IBU) providing definition without harshness, allowing the wheat and fruit interplay to remain the focal point throughout.

wheat-forwardfruity hopsgentle bitternesssmooth drinking

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately short, with fruity and grainy notes fading gracefully into a dry, refreshing aftertaste. No harsh tannins or astringency linger, leaving the palate ready for the next sip.

dry finishrefreshingclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 5–8°C

Serve at 5–8°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.

+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Food Pairing

What to eat with Buchito

More from Jaira Cerveza Artesana

Agaete Imperial Stout
Agaete Imperial Stout
Imperial Stout
9.5%·Strongly bitter
Find matches →
Arinaga
Arinaga
Helles Lager
5.0%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Cabrón
Cabrón
American IPA
6.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Choco Menta
Choco Menta
Imperial Stout
10.0%·Strongly bitter
Find matches →
Goat
Goat
Maibock
6.7%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
India Pale Ale
India Pale Ale
IPA
6.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Jaira Negra
Jaira Negra
Dark Lager
5.5%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Jaira Tostada
Jaira Tostada
American Amber Ale
5.2%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →

About American Wheat Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Wheat Ale?

American Wheat Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar American Wheat Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same fruity, smooth-drinking, wheat character as Buchito will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Compare with another beer →