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Żywiec Białe

Grupa Żywiec
Poland·Witbier
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Żywiec's wheat beer — brewed with coriander and orange peel in the Belgian witbier tradition. Hazy and golden with a refreshing citrus character, spiced wheat flavour and a clean, dry finish. Białe (meaning 'white') is Żywiec's answer to the growing Polish craft wheat beer market: approachable and flavoursome from a heritage brewery.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceA Few
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
coriander
spicy
orange
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent citrus notes of orange peel, complemented by subtle spice from coriander and clove.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Żywiec Białe

◎ Appearance

Żywiec Białe presents a luminous golden hue with characteristic hazy clarity, true to its witbier heritage. The beer features a thick, creamy white head that displays excellent retention. Fine carbonation creates a vibrant, inviting visual presentation.

goldenhazycreamy white headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent citrus notes of orange peel, complemented by subtle spice from coriander and clove. Soft wheat and mild banana esters create a complex yet approachable aromatic profile. The overall character is refreshing and inviting without being overly assertive.

orange peelcorianderwheatbanana ester

◐ Taste

The palate is dominated by smooth wheat character with bright citrus notes and gentle spice contributing complexity. The soft mouthfeel and creamy texture provide an elegant foundation, while coriander and clove add traditional witbier spice elements. Bitterness is minimal (11 IBU), allowing fruit and spice flavors to shine through clearly.

wheat-forwardcitrus-drivenspicedsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with lingering citrus and subtle spice notes gradually fading. There is no harsh aftertaste, maintaining the beer's refreshing and approachable character throughout.

cleandryrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
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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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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