Wittekerke White 6Pk

Wittekerke White 6Pk is a Belgian-style witbier brewed at 5.0% ABV, sold here as a six-pack of bottles. Recognized as Belgium's best-selling wit beer and voted best Belgian wit by Belgian beer enthusiasts several years running, this unfiltered wheat ale from West Flanders carries genuine regional pedigree. The late beer critic Michael Jackson described it as "creamy, aromatic, with a clean, teasing, perfumed fruitiness and a faintly herbal tartness."

Quick Facts: ABV: 5.0%  |  Origin: Bavikhove, West Flanders, Belgium  |  Style: Belgian Witbier  |  Brewery: De Brabandere

Production & Heritage

Wittekerke is brewed by the De Brabandere brewery, located in the small Flemish town of Bavikhove in West Flanders. The grist bill uses at least 25% wheat malt alongside barley malt, with additions of hops and herbs — consistent with traditional witbier brewing. After primary fermentation, the beer is left unfiltered with live yeast still in suspension, a bottle-conditioning process that gives Wittekerke its signature natural cloudiness and contributes to continued flavor development in the bottle. The brand name itself is fictional, coined to evoke the idea of a quintessential Flemish village — a marketing decision that nonetheless underscores the beer's deep roots in Belgian wheat beer tradition.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Floral and citrus-forward, with lemon peel leading the way into softer notes of coriander and a whisper of clove. The herbal character stays restrained, letting the wheat backbone breathe.

Taste: The entry is smooth and creamy, with wheat-driven body that carries citrus fruit — predominantly lemon — through the mid-palate. Light banana notes emerge alongside the grain, while coriander and a faint herbal tartness add dimension. The overall impression is refreshing without being thin.

Finish: Dry and hoppy with a lingering herbal tartness that keeps the palate engaged. The finish is moderate in length, clean, and invites the next sip.

How to Drink Wittekerke

Pour into a wide-mouthed tulip glass or traditional witbier tumbler to release the herbal aromatics; a gentle swirl of the last pour ensures the bottle-conditioned yeast integrates into the glass. Serve well-chilled at around 40–45°F. Wittekerke also works in several cocktails: a Wit Shandy, combining it with fresh lemonade to amplify its natural citrus character; a Belgian Radler, mixed with grapefruit juice for a bitter-tart refresher; or a White Beer Michelada, where the herbal tartness plays well against lime, hot sauce, and Worcestershire.

Best For

• Warm-weather gatherings where a light, flavorful beer outperforms bland lagers
• Introducing craft beer newcomers to Belgian styles without overwhelming them
• Pairing with a seafood dinner — especially mussels or grilled shrimp
• Stocking a mixed Belgian beer fridge alongside darker abbey and Trappist ales

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Wittekerke taste like? Wittekerke is a creamy, citrus-driven wheat beer with prominent lemon and coriander notes, balanced by a dry, herbal tartness on the finish. It drinks light and refreshing at 5.0% ABV.

How does Wittekerke compare to Hoegaarden? Both are benchmark Belgian witbiers, but Wittekerke tends to be drier with a more pronounced herbal tartness, while Hoegaarden leans sweeter with more prominent orange peel and a rounder body. Wittekerke is the best-selling wit in Belgium, whereas Hoegaarden holds wider international name recognition.

Is Wittekerke good for beginners? Absolutely — its approachable 5.0% ABV, naturally cloudy appearance, and clean citrus-and-wheat flavor profile make it an excellent gateway into Belgian beer without the complexity or higher alcohol of abbey ales.

Where is Wittekerke made? Wittekerke is brewed by the De Brabandere brewery in Bavikhove, a small town in the West Flanders province of Belgium. De Brabandere is also known for its Petrus line of sour and brown ales.

What foods pair well with Wittekerke? Steamed mussels with white wine and herbs complement the beer's coriander and citrus notes. Grilled white fish or shrimp mirror its light body. Fresh goat cheese salads echo the creamy tartness. Thai green curry benefits from the wheat sweetness cutting through spice. Lemon tarts create a harmonious citrus-on-citrus dessert pairing.

What sizes does Wittekerke come in? This listing is a six-pack of bottles; Wittekerke is also commonly available in individual bottles and larger multi-pack formats depending on market availability.

Is Wittekerke worth the price? Wittekerke positions as an accessible, everyday Belgian witbier — priced competitively within the imported wheat beer category and delivering authentic Flemish brewing character that punches above many mass-market alternatives.

Why Wittekerke?

In a witbier category crowded with imitators, Wittekerke holds the distinction of being the best-selling wit beer in its home country — a credential earned through flavor, not marketing spend. The bottle-conditioned, unfiltered production method preserves live yeast and aromatic complexity that pasteurized competitors lose. Michael Jackson's endorsement of its creamy, perfumed character adds critical weight. For drinkers who want a witbier that actually tastes like Belgium rather than a focus-grouped approximation, this six-pack delivers the real thing at an approachable price point and sessionable strength.