Name: Optimal Wit Port City Brewing Company
Variety: Belgian Style White Ale
Region: Alexandria,Va
Country: USA
Price: $8.99 for a six pack
Brewery Review: Contrary to popular belief, Optimal Wit is not named after the Baron’s sense of humor, but rather the Belgian Witbier style. It pours a hazy golden color with white head. Optimal Wit has a sweet aroma dominated by oranges, with a hint of coriander spice. The Beverage Baron “This is a pretty decent Belgian-style wheat beer. It has a nice aroma, and a light bodied flavor that is neither overly sweet nor spicy. Again, a solid, well-balanced brew that doesn’t blow you away.”The Baron’s Brother “I’m not a big fan of this style overall, but I definitely like it better than Blue Moon. It’s not too bad.”
My Review: A deliciously balanced Belgian style White Ale that inventively crafts a light wheat beer with hints of coriander and orange peel. The Optimal Wit is the perfect blend of wheat and hops without having an overwhelming flavor. I certainly enjoy this beer better than the standard Blue Moon, because it has a lighter balance of all the ingredients. I enjoyed this beer with a lentil soup and crackers, but believe this beer is well suited for light summer meals. This beer is quickly becoming one of my new favorites, because of its light-body and excellent crafted blend of spices and fruit. Would gladly buy this beer again, especially for a warm spring or summer day.
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