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Kernel Witbier

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A Belgian-style wheat beer brewed with orange and coriander, the two notes that define it in the glass. It has been in the range since 2018 and stands next to the brewery's German-style wheat beers, the hop-led Hopfenweisse and the dark Dunkelweisse. At four per cent it is on the light side for a witbier. It is sold in bottle and poured on draught, occasionally also from the cask.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
corianderorangewheat
coriander
orange
wheat
spicy
clean
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright orange peel and a pronounced spicy coriander note that defines the character immediately.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kernel Witbier

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and a bright white head that clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Fine carbonation creates a lively, effervescent presence. The beer presents a classically elegant, translucent profile typical of the witbier style.

pale strawcrisp white headfine carbonationclear

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright orange peel and a pronounced spicy coriander note that defines the character immediately. Subtle wheat malt undertones provide a soft, grainy foundation without dominating. A light phenolic quality from the yeast complements the citrus and spice, creating an inviting, refreshing aromatic profile.

orange peelcoriander spicewheat maltlight phenolic

◐ Taste

Entry is light and crisp with a delicate sweetness balanced by the orange and coriander notes introduced on the nose. Mid-palate develops a soft, wheaten body with gentle spice and citrus flavors that complement rather than overwhelm. Bitterness remains restrained at 15 IBU, allowing the adjuncts to remain the focal point; finish is dry without astringency.

citrus-drivenspicedlight-bodieddry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately short, with lingering coriander and orange zest gradually fading to a crisp, slightly drying sensation. No heavy malt residue or lingering sweetness remains.

coriander faderefreshing dryness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
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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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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