Silenrieux Joseph

There is no question that Joseph is a belgian wheat beer. This is bovious by its cloudy look, the way it feels in the mouth, and its aroma. However, the taste of this certified organic beer sets it apart from the commercially known Belgian wheat beers. Spelt is the ancestor of the wheat family (wheat is 'spelta' in Latin). It's getting new attention nowadaus, especially by people who like healthfood - non-processed, organic food. Contrary to regular wheat, spelt is pretty much still the same as it was many centuries ago. It's also called 'poor man's wheat', and it can grow on poorer grounds, such as the grounds that are patched in between the woods around Silenrieux. The JOSEPH Spelt Ale is slightly fruity, and has a very pale colour with a beautiful bright, white head. Although you can pour a nice, clear looking glass of Joseph, it is recommended to roll or slightly shake the bottle bnefore opening, to serve a more cloudy glass of this refreshing and unfiltered beer. It is light in alcohol at only 5.4%. A great beer to enjoy with lunch.