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Spring Valley Silk Ale White

Spring Valley Brewery
Japan·American Wheat Ale
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World Beer Cup 2026 Gold. A delicate, silky wheat ale from Kirin's craft brewery. Hazy pale gold with a soft mouthfeel, subtle citrus and wheat character and an exceptionally smooth finish. One of Japan's most acclaimed craft beers.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Gold · 2026
World Beer Cup 2026
★Gold — World Beer Cup 2026
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
wheatcitrusyclean
wheat
citrusy
clean
fruity
honey
bready
Aroma
Delicate and refined nose showcasing soft wheat grain and subtle citrus notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Spring Valley Silk Ale White

◎ Appearance

A stunning hazy pale gold presentation with excellent clarity for the style. Fine white head forms and dissipates gracefully, leaving delicate lacing. Vibrant carbonation creates an inviting, effervescent visual appeal characteristic of a well-crafted wheat ale.

hazy pale goldfine white headeffervescentbright

◌ Aroma

Delicate and refined nose showcasing soft wheat grain and subtle citrus notes. Light fruity esters present a gentle banana character typical of wheat ale yeast, without any overpowering phenolic notes. The overall aromatic profile is clean and approachable, inviting further exploration.

wheat grainsubtle citruslight bananaclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a silky, smooth wheat-forward character complemented by gentle citrus notes. Mid-palate reveals nuanced bread and grain complexity with minimal bitterness (10 IBU). The medium body and effervescent nature create an exceptionally crisp and refreshing drinking experience.

wheat-forwardsmoothcrisprefreshing

◑ Finish

Exceptionally smooth finish with clean resolution and no harsh aftertaste. The beer fades gracefully, leaving only pleasant grain and subtle citrus impressions that encourage another sip.

cleansmoothdryelegant
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
87
Appearance
85
Finish
89
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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