The Kira Belgian White from Brouwerij Huyghe, the same Belgian brewery that makes Delirium Nocturnum, is a beer that I have had both on draught and now in the bottle. For this review I will be using the bottled version as it has been a few months since I have seen it on draught. But please be aware, that like with many beers the Kira, is better from the keg.

Kira pours a golden yellow with a little bit of haze. There is about a finger of fluffy white head that leaves some bubbly lacing on the glass. It smells of yeasty doughy bread, with a crisp citrus note of oranges and lemon zest. There is also some malt coming through on the nose as well. The scent is something that doesn’t leap out at you, pretty much what you would expect.

The Kira is wonderfully refreshing. It is flavorful, crisp, and has enough body to let you know it is there then it fades away quickly so you are ready for your next sip. The citrus elements dominate the flavor with orange being the prominent one, but there are also flavors of bananas, coriander, and some spiciness coming through as well. There is also a pleasant and refreshing wheat flavor present. The flavors are everything you want want from a beer on a summer day.

This Belgian White can be difficult to find in the states, but it is one of the best examples of the style that I have found. It is a true no nonsense Belgian White, and there is no need for a garnish (I don’t want a piece of fruit with my beer thank-you-very-much!). If you can find it buy what you can. From what I have read, it is still pretty rare to find it in the states. If you do find it on draught be sure to partake in a few pints. The only knock that I can find against this beer is that I wish the flavors were a bit less watered down. It may take away some of the refreshment factor but I wouldn’t mind seeing them turned up a bit.

Overall: 8.5/10 (bottle) & 9/10 (draught)