Kelham Island White Rider

Formerly brewed at Kelham Island
Style: Belgian White (Witbier)
Sheffield, England

Serve in Tumbler, Weizen

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Hand pulled at the Wellington, Birmingham. Hazy gold, with a small head. A strange beer in many ways, but one which I think fits most closely inside an American Wheat classification. Initially quite a lemon flavour, which then sinks into a slightly sour, but long lasting maltiness. Gets better as it warms, and becomes almost attractively tangy. Quite full bodied and strong tasting, with some Belgian Wit qualities and no German feeling. Some dryness too, which seals the stylistic deal. Just about nice.

Cask (Ealing BF2008)
Hazy pale orange, tiny head. Melon peach aroma, and a bit gingery. Sweet and sticky fruity taste. Full bodied. Big on the melon.