Back in my early beer-drinking days, I couldn’t get enough of slightly sweet witbiers like Allagash White and Hoegaarden White.
Literally translated from Dutch, witbier means white beer. These beers are wheat heavy and are known for being cloudy.
Traditionally, they’re brewed with coriander, citrus, and other flavors. Beers of this style are some of the oldest in the world, with the first witbiers going back to 14th-century Belgium.
That’s why I was so excited to find a non-alcoholic alternative. See what I thought of Wit’s Peak in this Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak review, and learn where to buy it.
Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Review
Looks
Wit’s Peak pours a slightly hazy straw color. We were expecting much more haze from a beer of this style, so the lack was surprising.
The head is very foamy and resembled the bubbles you’d get from a bath bomb (if you’re into that kind of thing). Head retention is moderate, lasting around 30 seconds.
The carbonation looks weak, which is another surprise considering that Athletic described Wit’s Peak as lively.
Aroma
Wit’s Peak smells like a very light wit beer. The citrus lemon is the strongest aroma on the nose, with slight orange notes and “off” sourness filling out the citrus profile.
The smell of bready wheat is also present, as is some earthiness from the coriander.
Taste
On the palate, we can taste the wheat, citrusy lemon, and some orange peel. There is also a light lemon sourness that feels a little “off” and out-of-place.
Mouthfeel
The body is very light and very easy to drink, with a surprising good amount of carbonation.
The finish is dry and a bit too flat for our liking.
Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Ingredients
Athletic Brewing uses water, wheat, organic Vienna malt, malted barley, spices, hops, and yeast to make Wit’s Peak.
Together with malted barley, the most commonly used grain for beer, Vienna malt forms the backbone of Wit’s Peak.
Spice is a bit vague but it’s safe to guess that coriander is an ingredient. Based on traditional witbier recipes, other possible spices include cumin, cardamom, and anise.
Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Calories
One 12oz/355mL can of Wit’s Peak contains 65 calories, 15g of carbs, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat.
Wit’s Peak definitely isn’t a light beer or even one you’d want to drink more than two of in a sitting, but 65 calories is still reasonable for a beer of this style. That’s especially true considering Allagash White contains 175 calories per serving.
| Avg Quantity Per Serving (355ml/12oz) | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 65 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15g |
| Protein | 0g |
| Fat | 0g |
Final Verdict Of Our Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Review
Both of us enjoyed trying Wit’s Peak. We found it drinkable, tasty, and just complex enough to taste flavorful even with some “off” notes.
Plus, it’s pretty remarkable to find an NA white beer, so we give Athletic Brewing a lot of credit for that fact alone.
As far as downsides, the body was almost too light. While wheat beers tend to be light in general, this one got dangerously close to watery.
To be clear–it didn’t cross that line but it was awfully close. Also, the finish was a bit lacking. The flavors were interesting and engaging but were gone without any kind of fade out.
Chrystabelle could see herself drinking Wit’s Peak in the spring or summer because of its lightness. However, Audrey probably wouldn’t touch it in the hotter months because of the warming spices.
Overall, both of us liked it enough to drink it again.
Great For:
- If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic white beer alternative
- Those who like light, sessionable beers that are easy to drink
Not Recommended For:
- If you’re looking for more complex tasting or full-bodied NA brews
Where to Buy Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak
If you’re located in the United States, check out Wit’s Peak on Proof No More. You can purchase single cans, 4-packs, 6-packs, 12-packs, and 24-packs and have them delivered straight to your door. Plus, there’s free shipping on orders of $99 or more!
Other Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak FAQs
Is Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Gluten-Free?
Wit’s Peak is not gluten-free. In fact, this wheat-heavy beer is probably one of the worst beers someone with gluten intolerance could drink.
Besides wheat, Wit’s Peak contains malted barley, another gluten-containing ingredient.
If this one isn’t for you, there are plenty of gluten-free beers out there, so make sure to check out our Ultimate Guide To Gluten-Free Non-Alcoholic Beer.
Is Athletic Brewing Wit’s Peak Vegan?
Wit’s Peak is a vegan beer. It even has a vegan stamp on the can. Although this stamp looks like an internal designation (i.e. not verified by an outside source like Vegan Action or The Vegan Society), the ingredients list and company emails confirm that no animal products are used.
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