Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About Belgian Witbier
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What is a Belgian 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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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of La Trappe Witte
Serve cold to preserve the delicate citrus and spice aromas. Too warm and the yeast esters become heavy — too cold and the coriander disappears.
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for La Trappe Witte
◎ Appearance
La Trappe Witte presents a pale, hazy golden appearance characteristic of the witbier style, with excellent clarity despite the wheat and yeast content. A thick, creamy white head forms quickly and persists impressively, indicating quality carbonation and head retention. The beer's bright, luminous quality invites immediate inspection.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with classic Belgian witbier aromatics dominated by fresh coriander and subtle orange peel citrus, layered beneath distinctive banana and clove phenolics from the yeast strain. Herbal notes emerge alongside a lightly spiced character, creating an inviting and complex bouquet. The aroma is clean and refreshing without any harsh or astringent qualities.
◐ Taste
The palate delivers a crisp, wheat-forward entry with a light, effervescent body that feels refreshing on the tongue. Mid-palate reveals subtle banana and herbal notes balanced against low, noble bitterness (15 IBUs), while coriander and clove spice provide gentle complexity without overwhelming. The finish maintains a clean, dry profile with lingering citrus undertones.
◑ Finish
The finish is remarkably clean and dry, characteristic of Belgian yeast-driven beers, with the spice notes fading gracefully. A light, refreshing aftertaste lingers pleasantly without any cloying sweetness or harsh bitterness.
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