Tasting - Ommegang Witte

Name: Ommegang Witte

Variety: Wheat Ale

Region: Cooperstown, NY

Country: USA

Price: $2.65 for single bottle

Reviews: 

"Imagine...

High, white, fluffy summer clouds. A soft breeze through a citrus grove. A heavenly bite of orange chiffon cake. All of these come to your mind as you lift our pale golden wheat ale to your lips. It's so soft, so light on your tongue, you think, as the tart lemon, bitter orange, and subtle spiciness of coriander arrive to round out the intriguing delicacy of this delicious ale. You smile, knowing you have more in the fridge."

-- notes from the brewery

"Wonderfully cloudy, exceedingly pale, and with a fast, noisy head, this beer gets off to a good start. The invitation of the aromatics gathers strength from the delightful spice package, culminating with the traditional low-level tartness on the palate and spicy notes as it glides down one’s throat. A fine breakfast beer to fortify one for the rigors of mowing the lawn."

-- FRED ECKHARDT, author of The Essentials of Beer Style and Sake (USA).

My review: 

I was initially drawn to this beer because it is named after me, plus I absolutely love wheat beer. It has a deep golden color and cloudiness from yeast sediment. Has a pleasant citrus aroma with a hint of orange peel. Very smooth and refreshing with a nice balance of the citrus flavor. I found the coriander to be extremely subtle so as to remain light and refreshing and not be overwhelmed by the spice. Very refreshing, definitely a beer I would enjoy again.