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Southampton Double White
Southampton, New York
BJCP Category: 23 Specialty Beer
Southampton Publick House <visit site>
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[expand]Total Score: 39/50
This is a refreshing beer. Lemony character reminiscent of an English shanty or German radler but with more alcohol. more >
[close]Total Score: 39/50
Aroma: Citrus, orange fruitiness with bready wheat undertones. No hop aroma (OK). No diacetyl. No DMS. Alcohol not overtly evident. Very pleasant. Witbier-like but for a “double” this doesn’t come across as bigger. (9/12)
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Appearance: Gold color with cloudy clarity due to suspended sediment. Not as “white” even with the yeast in suspension as a witbier but OK. White, rocky head dissipated fairly quickly. (2/3)
Flavor: Light phenolics, sharp citrus notes, noticeable alcohol and bready malt all lead to a well-balanced representation of witbier. No DMS. No diacetyl. No hop flavor. Low hop bitterness. Fruitiness from citrus with hints of lemon and orange, more assertive than a typical witbier. The lemon is unusual but very refreshing. Starts out sweet and finishes dry. (16/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium bodied. Somewhat creamy with a lingering sharpness bordering on astringency. Some alcohol warming. Medium carbonation. (4/5)
Overall Impression: This is a refreshing beer. Lemony character reminiscent of an English shanty or German radler but with more alcohol. The increased alcohol is quite subtle and the beer is certainly in the wit (white) bier style. Increased carbonation to add to acidity, lighter mouthfeel and head retention would be welcome. Additional wheat protein would also add to head retention and white opacity. Enjoy this beer with some spicy Thai food, such as a pad Thai with a slice of lime. (8/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 41/50
Coriander is quite light with citrus zest providing more of a balancing effect than does the hop character, which is barely detectable in aroma and flavor. more >
[close]Total Score: 41/50
Aroma: Moderate lemony citrus aroma with low bready wheat and yeast note. No hop aroma. A peppery, spicy note emerges as the beer warms, with a hint of floral spice coriander that dissipates quickly. A hint of honey floral sweetness is quite subdued, but detectable. (8/12)
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Appearance: Straw, with a bright clarity. The head is moussy, off-white and persistent, with a pearlescent sheen on the surface. (3/3)
Flavor: Moderate wheaty, biscuity graham-like sweet malt is followed by a bready, lightly sulfured yeast character. No hop flavor; low hop bitterness provides balance. Pepper spice emerges midway, then gives way to wheaty flavors. Moderate hop bitterness is accentuated by a low lactic tartness, which in turn leads to a clean finish. Light lemon-orange flavors linger at the end, reminiscent of lemon and orange blossoms rather than rind or fruit. (17/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium firm bodied with moderate effervescence, giving a creamy texture. Alcohol is evident mid-palate, but is not hot or lingering. Finishes with a low lingering acidity that leaves a tingling on the tongue, like orange zest. (5/5)
Overall Impression: Coriander is quite light with citrus zest providing more of a balancing effect than does the hop character, which is barely detectable in aroma and flavor. Has less of a floral honey malt character than Hoegaarden, and only slightly more acidic. Has a very crisp refreshing finish, even with the firm body. Exemplifies the style well, but retains its own uniqueness. A great beer to have on hand all summer, and an equally delightful aperitif! (8/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 43/50
This beer is well-done. The base Belgian white style is tough to brew, but the brewer succeeded in ramping up the malt, alcohol and spices while maintaining the balance. more >
[close]Total Score: 43/50
Aroma: The initial impression is lemony, earthy aroma from coriander, along with some restrained lactic notes. There is a soft bready wheat malt character underneath with some honey sweetness. I pick up a little Chimay yeast character, and a little spiciness but not as much as in some regular strength Belgian whites. Good complexity. A little alcohol emerges as it warms. (10/12)
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Appearance: I did not rouse the yeast as instructed, but there is still a little haze after pouring. It has a very light straw color, consistent with a white, and the head retention is good. (3/3)
Flavor: Starts with a rounded malt character with some honey notes, but it is soft like a pillow without being cloying. The complexity grows, with floral yeast fruitiness combining with citrus and lemony notes from the coriander. The alcohol is perceptible, but not overdone, and adds some sweetness. The profile is well-balanced with a low to moderate hop bitterness. There is a light sourness that cuts through the malt sweetness to provide refreshing notes in the finish. (17/20)
Mouthfeel: The carbonation and mouthfeel are spot on. There is a nice depth from the wheat, and the warmth from the alcohol is appropriate for this interpretation of the style. (4/5)
Overall Impression: This beer is well-done. The base Belgian white style is tough to brew, but the brewer succeeded in ramping up the malt, alcohol and spices while maintaining the balance. The yeast character provides some complexity. I pick up some lactic notes, and while they may change as the beer ages, they work well with the spices to lend a pleasant tartness to the finish. (9/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 39/50
Has some banana, which is unusual—probably due to yeast choice. Alcohol is noted but in a sneaky way. Spicing isn’t exactly like classic wits—coriander is subtle. more >
[close]Total Score: 39/50
Aroma: Perfumy, aromatic. Dry, with some alcohol. Citrus rind and a strong wheat character come out. The wheat gives it an edge while the lemony, citrusy rind notes are moderately strong and enhancing. Lacks sweetness. Light hops are spicy and earthy. A little ripe banana comes out late. Has a “harder” edge than most wits. (9/12)
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Appearance: Slight haze (OK). Very tall, frothy, pure white head—retained well. Light yellow color. (3/3)
Flavor: Full flavor but with a dry finish. Strong wheat, moderate banana, light citrus. Low bitterness. Alcohol adds to dryness. Clean and technically proficient. Not harsh at all. Some malty fullness up front but alcohol adds some bitterness, dryness and a light vinous character. (15/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium body. High carbonation—fluffy, full mouthfeel from wheat (like some weizens). Creamy, full mouthfeel. Alcohol is subtle, not hot. No astringency. Body seems fuller due to carbonation level. (4/5)
Overall Impression: Has some banana, which is unusual—probably due to yeast choice. Alcohol is noted but in a sneaky way. Spicing isn’t exactly like classic wits—coriander is subtle. Brewing skill is apparent—technically great. Balance is a bit off to my tastes but Belgian styles are awfully subjective. I’d like some more orange character and more malty sweetness to balance the alcohol character from the higher gravity. (9/10)
