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Triga

Rubiu
Italy·Belgian Witbier·Rank 17 of 22 · The Best Italian Wheat Beers
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Named after the nuragic sacred symbol of Sardinia — 'Triga è un mare di grano, è una madre generosa che nutre i suoi figli' (Triga is a sea of wheat, a generous mother that nourishes her children). A classic witbier brewed with Maris Otter malt, East Kent Goldings, and Saaz hops; unfiltered and unpasteurised. Hazy pale gold with fine spicy aromatics, coriander, and a gentle orange-peel freshness.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicywheatcoriander
spicy
wheat
coriander
hoppy
orange
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced spicy notes—coriander dominates the opening, balanced by a gentle orange-peel citrus that adds freshness without aggression.
also:floral,bready
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Triga

◎ Appearance

Triga presents a hazy pale gold with a fine, delicate head that clings lightly to the glass. The unfiltered nature creates a soft cloudiness throughout the body, catching light with a warm, inviting glow. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting gentle movement and a calm visual presence.

hazy pale goldfine head retentionunfiltered and bright

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced spicy notes—coriander dominates the opening, balanced by a gentle orange-peel citrus that adds freshness without aggression. Beneath these adjunct aromatics lies a subtle wheat-malt foundation with hints of Saaz herbal-floral character, creating a cohesive and inviting bouquet.

coriander spicecitrus peelherbal Saaz notes

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with the wheat malts providing a soft, slightly bready sweetness that supports the spice and orange-peel character. Mid-palate maintains good balance between the malty body and the refreshing bitterness (12 IBU) from East Kent Goldings, while coriander and subtle floral notes weave through. The finish dries gradually without harshness, leaving a lingering spice-and-citrus impression.

wheat-forward palatebalanced spice and citrusdry, clean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, trailing off with a dry, slightly peppery aftertaste that echoes the coriander and orange-peel aromatics. Refreshing and never cloying, Triga leaves the palate clean and inviting another sip.

dry aftertastespice lingers
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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 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.

Finding a similar Belgian Witbier

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