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A light witbier infused with ginger and lemongrass: the ginger and lemongrass lead, with a citrus profile. The body is soft and refreshing, and at only 4 % ABV it recalls a radler in its low strength and citrus character. Brewed by Pyrene Brewing Co. in El Grado, Aragón.

ABV
4.0%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
spicycitrusyherbal
spicy
citrusy
herbal
clean
coriander
wheat
Aroma
Ginger and lemongrass dominate the nose, arriving with herbal spice and subtle citrus notes that follow closely.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Formiga

◎ Appearance

Formiga presents a pale straw yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine, delicate white head that settles to a thin collar. The carbonation is evident and lively, with steady chains of small bubbles rising through the glass. Light catches the beer cleanly, reinforcing its bright, crisp character.

pale strawclearfine white headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

Ginger and lemongrass dominate the nose, arriving with herbal spice and subtle citrus notes that follow closely. Soft wheat malt provides a gentle, grainy foundation beneath the botanical layer. Coriander adds a faint peppery dimension, while the overall impression remains fresh and inviting rather than heavy.

ginger, lemongrasscitrus zestherbal spicewheat grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate spice from ginger and lemongrass, creating a zesty and refreshing entry that defines the mid-palate. Coriander and wheat malt ground the beer with subtle sweetness and a soft, pillowy texture. Bitterness is restrained at 15 IBU, allowing the herbal and citrus elements to shine without sharp edges.

spiced, zestysoft malt bodygentle bitternessherbal citrus

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, with the ginger-lemongrass spice lingering softly on the palate without becoming harsh. Low alcohol supports a dry, refreshing exit that invites another sip.

dry, crisplingering spice
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
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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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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