Fernie Brewing Company Slow Drift Witbier Witbier at 5% ABV | 10 IBU (C$3.49 at Quarry Park Calgary Co-Op, 473 ml, best before 11-Mar-2018, acquired 20-Nov-2017, reviewed 20-Nov-2017)
Appearance: cloudy medium gold with two fat fingers of rocky pale ivory head, good retention and moderate soapy lacing. (4/5) Aroma: wheat, bready yeast, fruity esters, orange peel, coriander. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-low bitter. (7/10) Palate: medium body, moderate-lively carbonation, lightly peppery finish. (4/5)
Well, it’s got the Witbier appearance down pretty well, and to a slightly lesser degree the aroma and taste. Wheat and bready yeast lead the way over indistinct fruits, orange peel, and well-balanced coriander. I’ve had better Witbiers, sure, but I’ve had a great many worse, too. (14/20)
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