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Snowshoe White

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A light citrus note and a spicy edge run through this Belgian-style witbier, brewed with orange peel, coriander and cumin. It comes in at 4.8% ABV and 12 IBU. Snowshoe White began in Midnight Sun's draft-only Three-Barrel Line and was the first commercial witbier brewed in Alaska.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Mild12 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
corianderorangespicy
coriander
orange
spicy
citrusy
herbal
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent orange peel character, complemented by a distinct spice profile from coriander and cumin.
also:wheat
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Snowshoe White

◎ Appearance

Snowshoe White presents a pale straw-yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The beer exhibits lively carbonation that creates a delicate mousse and maintains good lacing on the glass. The overall presentation is bright and inviting, typical of a well-crafted witbier.

pale straw yellowbright clarityfine white headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent orange peel character, complemented by a distinct spice profile from coriander and cumin. Behind the citrus and spice lies a subtle herbal backbone and a light grain presence that grounds the aromatic bouquet. The overall impression is fresh and aromatic without being cloying.

orange peelcoriander spiceherbal notescitrus-forward

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and a gentle spice that develops through the mid-section, with the coriander and cumin providing a warm, peppery quality. Light wheat grain underpins the flavor without heaviness, while the minimal bitterness (12 IBU) allows the herbal and citrus elements to remain prominent. The overall effect is crisp and balanced, with clean edges throughout.

orange citruswarm spicelight grain bodylow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the spice gradually receding and leaving a subtle citrus dryness. The aftertaste remains short and uncomplicated, emphasizing the beer's approachability and drinkability.

dry finishrefreshingclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
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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