Leinenkugel's Sunset Wheat - Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company

vacax

California

3.03/5  rDev -9.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3

Bottle from Leinie's Explorer Pack (variety box) purchased at BevMo Cypress.

A: Big white head well over an inch tall, dwindles down at a good pace, but some appealing head retention remains after several minutes. Attractively cloudy with typical wheat coloring along the edge of the glass darkening into luscious orange blossoms in the center.

S: Originally I thought I was insane when I finally placed the obscure scent as blueberry. It turns out this was spot-on, so I am relieved. Though this is an artificial smell.

T: Tart blueberry flavoring gets mixed in with any hops presence on my tongue. I say blueberry, as that is the best descriptor I have found, but there is a definite artificial or perhaps spiced aspect to this (which would fit the concept of a witbier). Hint of anise. A flavor that is unique to Sunset Wheat, which I had an intersting time trying to put my finger on. I did not particularly care for said flavor. Near everlasting aftertaste.

M: Witbier with a lager yeast strain with fruit notes that is called "wheat." What? Thick mouthfeel goes beyond all of these categories. Interesting combinations all around, and nothing to protest.

D: Very prominent backend flavor of artificial blueberries. Does this make me want to drink faster or slower? For me this is a sipper beer due to the unique tart, almost spiced fruit. I don't want more than one at a time.

Peculiar flavor destined to be both loved and hated. I had an interesting time with this beer, but didn't find myself loving it. I can see how this may appeal to many, as well as to atypical beer drinkers.

Serving type: bottle

11-10-2008 04:17:49 | More by vacax

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JackMcAwesome

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3.89/5  rDev +15.8%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75

Poured from the bottle to a mug.

Look: You have to pour a bit aggressive to get a nice one finger head going. It pours a golden brown that is hazy throughout. The head diminishes to a thin ring and it leaves a decent amount of lacing.

Smell: Getting some things that I don't generally smell in a Witbier, peach is the most prevalent. Seems to be a bit of coriander maybe? A very pleasant aroma that stay throughout.

Taste: Generally good. Lots of wheat and malt with a bit of the fruit that you smell. Maybe a type of berry as well. Black or blue maybe? Not sure. I generally don't like those type of berries, but it's working out nicely here.

Feel: Very light and refreshing. I wish it was hot out so I could enjoy that a bit more. The carbonation level is right around my preference.

Overall: I was very surprised by this. I picked it up in a mix-six but would definitely grab a full six next time. It's light and fun, and with the lower abv, I could knock a few back in mid-day after some yard work. (Always a plus)

Serving type: bottle

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bbluemzbeer

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2.85/5  rDev -15.2%
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Appreance: Golden yellow with a white frothy head
Smells L fruits and whean
Taste YOu can taste fruits, with no balnce ot it '
Mouthful : is very acidic in the mouth

Overall : I would pick up a blue moon any day before this beer. THis is an average beer on hot summer day at best !

Serving type: bottle

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