{"id":688710,"date":"2026-02-03T16:59:01","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T15:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=688710"},"modified":"2026-02-05T17:39:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T16:39:41","slug":"witbier-2","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/en\/product\/witbier-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Witbier"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container section-title-container\" ><h2 class=\"section-title section-title-center\"><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><span class=\"section-title-main\" style=\"font-size:115%;\">The Spicy Belgian Wheat Beer<\/span><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><\/h2><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">Belgian wheat beer, also known as\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">Witbier<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u201c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">bi\u00e8re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0blanche<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u201d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0stands out as a remarkably refreshing beer\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">style<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">. Exhibiting a pale hue and often a\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">subtle<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0haze, this style offers a canvas for an array of ingredients, traditionally including\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">unmalted<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0wheat (or other grains, such as oats<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">),\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">spices such as orange peel and coriander seeds, and carefully selected yeast for Witbier that imparts signature fruity and spicy notes.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">Characterized by a top-fermentation process, subtle hopping, and the incorporation of less common ingredients, this beer style typically offers lively carbonation \u2013 often achieved through bottle refermentation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">resulting\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">in\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">effervescent,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">flavorful<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">, and refreshing\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">beers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">Honored<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0in Belgium, this style has\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">gained a\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">passionate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">\u00a0following worldwide. Many craft brewers have embraced and reinterpreted\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">Witbier<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">, often experimenting with a wider array of spices and ingredients and Witbier-specific yeast strains. This dynamic approach contributes to diverse\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">possibilities\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">available for enthusiasts to\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW224447728 BCX8\">savor<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224447728 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW224447728 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-847725075\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-847725075 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"container section-title-container\" ><h3 class=\"section-title section-title-center\"><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><span class=\"section-title-main\" style=\"font-size:115%;\">Witbier style features<\/span><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"tabbed-content\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"nav nav-tabs nav-uppercase nav-size-normal nav-left\" role=\"tablist\"><li id=\"tab-beer-style\" class=\"tab active has-icon\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"#tab_beer-style\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab_beer-style\"><span>Beer style<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"tab-how-is-it-brewed\" class=\"tab has-icon\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"#tab_how-is-it-brewed\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab_how-is-it-brewed\"><span>How is it brewed<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"tab-yeast-impact\" class=\"tab has-icon\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"#tab_yeast-impact\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab_yeast-impact\"><span>Yeast impact<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"tab-panels\"><div id=\"tab_beer-style\" class=\"panel active entry-content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-beer-style\">\n<h3>Witbier: general characteristics<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>What kind of beer is a Witbier? A little history<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Originally created in the 14th century by farming communities and monasteries around the cities of Leuven and Hoegaarden, Witbier\u2019s traditional brewing process depended heavily on locally sourced crops and an assortment of ingredients \u2013 including spices, herbs, and citrus peels. However, with the advent of hop cultivation, Belgian brewers began adopting a new brewing technique, eventually leading to the complete disappearance of traditional Witbier by 1957, marked by the closure of the Hoegaarden brewery.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215}\">\u00a0The yeast for Witbier was also a key ingredient, contributing to the fruity and spicy notes even in early brewing traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It seemed like the end of the road for Belgian-style wheat beer, but the tale doesn\u2019t end there. In 1965,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.celisbeers.com\/pierre-celis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pierre Celis<\/a>, a Belgian milkman with a deep appreciation for the local brew, took it upon himself to resurrect the Witbier style. In 1966, he once again reintroduced a Belgian Witbier to the public. Its immediate success served as a resounding affirmation that the timeless traditions of beer brewing still held sway. In 1989, Celis made a bold move to the United States, where he founded the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.celisbeers.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Celis Brewing Company<\/a>\u00a0in 1992. Since then, Witbier has enjoyed immense popularity in America and beyond, contributing to the flourishing landscape of craft beers inspired by old traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i>Question: is Witbier the same as Wheat beer?<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Flemish, \u201cWit\u201d means both Wheat and White, thus the confusion between Belgium Witbier and other varieties of wheat beers. Belgian Witbier includes wheat in the ingredients, but it\u2019s not the only grain used. A \u201cwheat beer\u201d is a beer where a substantial portion of the grain used in brewing is wheat, and it can be malted or unmalted. In the case of Wit beers, unmalted wheat is often used.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Beer appearance and ideal tasting conditions<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Witbiers are typically unfiltered and undergo refermentation in the bottle, resulting in a distinctly pale and cloudy appearance upon serving. While slight variations are possible, one can expect a color spectrum ranging from pale straw to deep yellow, crowned by a dense, generous white head. Belgian wheat beers have an effervescent character, offering a truly refreshing experience. Subtle hints of spice or vanilla complement their hallmark bready malt flavor. They are also naturally citrusy due to the addition of coriander or orange peels, which enhances the complexity of this unique beer style.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thanks to its light and citrusy character, Witbier pairs wonderfully with various dishes, including seafood (grilled fish, shrimp scampi, and mussels, for example). It also complements salads with citrus-based dressings, lighter meats, such as roasted chicken and pork tenderloin, and vegetarian dishes like roasted vegetable quiche and tofu stir-fry. Its effervescence helps balance the heat in spicy cuisine, too, making it a great match for Thai curries and Mexican dishes. Witbier also pairs well with lighter cheeses such as feta and goat cheese, making it a versatile choice for cheese platters.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Witbier should ideally be enjoyed at temperatures between 4-7\u00b0C (40-45\u00b0F), preferably in a tall, thick glass. When stored at colder temperatures, it can maintain its quality for a period of 3-6 months, although ideally it should be consumed as fresh as possible, as the nuances of spices can often evolve over time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Witbier flavor and mouthfeel<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Witbier style boasts distinctive characteristics that make it easily identifiable: it exhibits a pale hue, a light bready malt flavor with subtle hints of spice, vanilla, and a notable citric and refreshing profile. While the nuances of subtle fruitiness and spices may vary across different labels, they are typically harmonious. With its citrusy notes, gentle acidity, and low hop bitterness, Belgian wheat beer is renowned for its refreshing and crisp nature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The yeast for Witbier also plays an important role in developing the spicy notes typical of this style.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although with a dry finish, the addition of unmalted grains (especially wheat) contributes to a smooth and creamy mouthfeel, resulting in a delicate balance that enhances the overall drinking experience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"tab_how-is-it-brewed\" class=\"panel entry-content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-how-is-it-brewed\">\n<h4>Brewing ingredients<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The grain bill employed in brewing Belgian Witbier can vary, typically comprising different proportions of pale malt and unmalted wheat. Oats can also be used to counterbalance tartness and add a smooth mouthfeel to the beer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this beer family, the use of spices is essential, alongside hops. Orange peel and coriander rank among the most commonly used and traditional spices for this style of beer. However, the addition of other herbs is also common, and different brands may experiment with various citrus sources, teas, and other aromatic vegetal elements, always ensuring they complement rather than overwhelm the overall beer flavor. While noble hops are traditionally employed, brewers may explore different varieties. The aim is to allow space for the added spices to shine while maintaining a gentle and restrained bitterness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"tab_yeast-impact\" class=\"panel entry-content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-yeast-impact\">\n<h3>Yeast and Witbier style beers<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a traditional Belgian beer style, it\u2019s no surprise that the yeast for Witbier plays a pivotal role. Not only during primary fermentation but also in secondary fermentation, notably in bottle refermentation. In the main fermentation of Belgian Witbiers, brewers typically employ strains of ale yeast to impart the fruity and spicy flavors that are emblematic of the style. These flavors are intricately linked to the yeast strain used, and their intensity and character can vary. For this specific style, subtlety in both aspects is crucial, especially to allow the added spices to shine.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moreover, many Belgian Witbiers undergo refermentation in the bottle. This process, known as bottle conditioning or refermentation, involves adding a small amount of sugar and yeast to the beer before bottling. As the beer matures in the bottle, the yeast consumes the added sugar, generating carbon dioxide, which naturally carbonates the beer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This traditional method enhances the effervescence and complexity of flavor in Belgian Witbiers, making it an integral part of the brewing process for this style. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:297}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"gap-58850248\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-58850248 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"container section-title-container\" ><h3 class=\"section-title section-title-center\"><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><span class=\"section-title-main\" style=\"font-size:115%;\">Witbier style yeast suggestions<\/span><b aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/b><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\n  \n    <div class=\"row large-columns-3 medium-columns- small-columns-2 row-xsmall\" >\n  \n\t     <div class=\"col\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-container absolute left top z-1\">\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-small box has-hover box-bounce box-text-bottom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"box-image\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/en\/product\/safale-bw%e2%80%9120\/\" aria-label=\"SafAle\u2122 BW\u201120\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.bfldr.com\/G7S7MSWL\/at\/3mmcrnkgcv5zwgrs87f9p9mx\/3packs_SafAleTM_BW-20_BD.png?auto=webp&amp;format=png\" class=\"attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail\" alt=\"SafAle\u2122 BW\u201120\" title=\"SafAle\u2122 BW\u201120\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"image-tools top right show-on-hover\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"image-tools grid-tools text-center hide-for-small bottom hover-slide-in show-on-hover\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"box-text text-center\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"title-wrapper\"><p class=\"name product-title woocommerce-loop-product__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/en\/product\/safale-bw%e2%80%9120\/\" class=\"woocommerce-LoopProduct-link woocommerce-loop-product__link\">SafAle\u2122 BW\u201120<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"price-wrapper\"><\/div>\t\t<p class=\"box-excerpt is-small\">\n\t\t\tThe ideal wheat beer yeast for Belgian-style whites\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"col\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-container absolute left top z-1\">\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-small box has-hover box-bounce box-text-bottom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"box-image\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/en\/product\/safale-w-68\/\" aria-label=\"SafAle W-68\u2122\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.bfldr.com\/G7S7MSWL\/at\/mtx32tq9g927cwbqw2jtvnt\/W-68_Trios_60_.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=png\" class=\"attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail\" alt=\"SafAle W-68\u2122\" title=\"SafAle W-68\u2122\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"image-tools top right show-on-hover\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"image-tools grid-tools text-center hide-for-small bottom hover-slide-in show-on-hover\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"box-text text-center\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"title-wrapper\"><p class=\"name product-title woocommerce-loop-product__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fermentis.com\/en\/product\/safale-w-68\/\" class=\"woocommerce-LoopProduct-link woocommerce-loop-product__link\">SafAle W-68\u2122<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"price-wrapper\"><\/div>\t\t<p class=\"box-excerpt is-small\">\n\t\t\tA historical yeast for German-style wheat beers\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"col\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-container absolute left top 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