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hopIQ take
Cape May White if you want a slightly fuller mouthfeel,
Simba Wit if you want pure, stripped-back refreshment.
Both clock in at nearly identical ABV and IBU, so the difference is really about texture and grain expression. Cape May edges toward a rounder, more substantial wheat beer experience, while Simba leans into that crisp, almost mineral-dry finish. Pick based on whether you're in the mood to sit with a beer or just crush something clean.
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Tasting notes
Cape May White
Cape May White has a softer entry than you'd expect—the wheat doesn't hit with that typical sharp grain bite. There's actually some body here, a subtle sweetness that sits on your palate for a beat before the coriander and orange peel kick in. It's the kind of witbier that tastes like someone spent time thinking about mouthfeel, not just throwing spices at wheat.
Simba Wit
Simba Wit is lean and direct. It goes down with almost no friction—very dry, very clean finish. The spice bill feels more restrained, which means you're really tasting the wheat and a bit of that classic Belgian banana note. It's the witbier for when you want the style's core appeal without any embellishment.
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