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Solar Myth

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Coriander and orange peel give this Belgian-style wheat beer its distinctive citrus flavor and aroma. It is a simple, elegant take on the classic style that works on its own or garnished with an orange slice, and Real Ale's interpretation is meant to brighten up any occasion. A year-round beer from Blanco, Texas, at 5.2% ABV and 10 IBU.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Mild10 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycorianderorange
citrusy
coriander
orange
wheat
clean
spicy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—orange peel and coriander spice blend seamlessly with soft wheat grain undertones.
also:fruity
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Solar Myth

◎ Appearance

Solar Myth presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality that invites the eye. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with gentle lacing, supported by lively carbonation that sustains the beer's visual appeal throughout the tasting.

pale goldenclearfine white headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—orange peel and coriander spice blend seamlessly with soft wheat grain undertones. A gentle, herbal quality from the coriander adds complexity without overwhelming, while the overall impression remains clean and inviting rather than heavily aromatic.

orange peelcorianderwheat grainbright citrus

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp citrus and a distinctive coriander spice that defines the mid-palate character, balanced by smooth wheat malt sweetness. Bitterness is restrained at 10 IBU, allowing the adjunct flavors to shine while maintaining excellent refreshment and a clean, dry progression across the tongue.

citrus-forwardcoriander spicewheat sweetnesslow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with coriander and citrus notes fading gracefully into a clean, grain-driven aftertaste. No lingering harshness or residual sweetness—the beer concludes with the brightness it began with.

dry finishclean aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
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.

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