CRAFT BEER NOTES · 10
Wheat Beer, Witbier and Hazy IPA: What Makes a Beer Easy to Enjoy?
“Soft” is not a style. It can come from different things.
Some beers arrive softly; others make an entrance. Wheat beer, witbier and hazy IPA are often described as approachable, but they do not taste the same, and none is guaranteed to be free of bitterness, acidity or body.
Wheat beer: grain and foam
Wheat malt can contribute a softer texture, foam and a hazy appearance. German wheat beers often show yeast notes such as banana and clove. Belgian witbier may use spices and follow a different flavour path. Ask which kind of wheat beer it is rather than simply ordering “a white one.”
Hazy IPA: hops are still centre stage
Hazy IPA is still part of the IPA family, often with prominent fruity hop aromas. Body and bitterness vary from beer to beer. The bitterness can feel softer, but that does not mean it is absent; haze is not proof of poor control or higher quality.
Turn “easy to drink” into a useful order
Try: “I’d like something fruity, not too bitter, and not too heavy. Do you have a wheat beer or hazy IPA?” You can add whether you prefer banana and clove, citrus or tropical fruit. Specific preferences are a better guide than a vague label.
More: Browse all craft beer notes →
JUMPWIRE · Haizhu, Guangzhou
JUMPWIRE is a craft beer taproom and cultural space at No. 5 Fenyangli, Nantian Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou. We also host films, live music, conversations and community events. Our taps change with the day; check the online menu or ask our team for the current selection.
Address: No. 5 Fenyangli, Nantian Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou
Phone / WeChat: +86 185 2920 0506
Hours: Sun–Thu, 8 pm–2 am; Fri–Sat, 8 pm–3 am
“Easy to drink” is a personal review, not a style. Say what feels comfortable and it is easier to find your next beer.
Please drink responsibly. Do not drive after drinking.
This article is for general information. Beer character can vary by product, batch and storage. This page does not assess the quality or safety of any specific product.