If you grew up in Massachusetts or have been here during the winter months, you probably heard or saw commercials for Wa-Wa-Wachusett Ski Area. What you may not have known (because I sure didn't, though I am new to Massachusetts craft beer) is that there is a
Wachusett Brewery in Westminster, MA pumping out delicious craft beer. When I saw the bottle displaying the name of the ski resort over the words "Belgian Style White," I immediately grabbed one. Not only was I able to drink another New England brewed ale, but a white that I can use to improve my own witbier (
HB#5).
Wachusett White is a light yellow with a slight haze that gives it almost a hay-like color. In the beginning there is a sizable head that disappeared rather quickly, but a stream of bubbles rushing to the top of the glass retained a thin layer. Aromas rich with orange and cloves are dominant while hints of citrus and some pepper-like spice appear in the background. The blend of aromas really created a well balanced smell that foreshadows what is to come almost perfectly.
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The flavors are lead by a surge of cloves and coriander with hints of citrus and a very subtle maltiness. The clove flavor holds on strong through the end, while a more prominent breadiness and a very, VERY subtle bitterness (from what I am guessing is the hops) makes an appearance in the finish. A moderate amount of effervescence keeps the mouth tingling.
I think the Wachusett White falls somewhere in between the
Allagash White, which seemed to be heavier on the clove and spice profile, and the
UFO White, which showcased more of the fruit and citrus aspects. It is also the example that reminds me most of the Belgian witbier (
HB#5) that I brewed.
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