With the overcast sky setting the mood for the impending monsoon season, rain lovers have the perfect excuse to relax and enjoy the weather with their favorite beer. Among the plethora of options, wheat beer stands out as the ideal choice for the rainy season. Its refreshing taste pairs wonderfully with fried fritters, a monsoon favorite. Light on the tummy thanks to top-fermented yeast, wheat beer is unfiltered, cloudy, and light in color—just right for breezy monsoon evenings. Here are some of the best wheat beers to sip on this monsoon.
Six Fields Blanche
This premium Belgian-style wheat beer is known as “Blanche,” named after its six key ingredients: wheat, oats, coriander seed, malted barley, and orange peels. These ingredients give it a bitter yet enticing taste. Light in color with a smooth texture, this beer is spiced with orange and coriander, providing a delicious and refreshing experience. It has an ABV of 4.5%. With its signature citrusy taste, this beer by DeVANS boasts an unmatchable aroma and a uniquely appealing texture.
Price: Rs. 120
Hopper Wit Bier
This wheat beer, with the perfect amount of bubbles, has a hazy golden-orange hue and an ABV of 5%. Made from pale malts and wheat grains, it features hints of biscuit, cracker, and yeast, contributing to its refreshing taste. The coriander adds a spicy touch, enhancing its bright, crisp aroma. Grassy hops and herbs further distinguish this light wheat beer from others. Tangerine, lemon zest, and orange peels lend it hints of citrus, giving it a tangy flavor that makes it an amazing drink.
Price: Rs. 330
Six Fields Cult
This wheat beer, with an ABV of 5.9%, will rock your taste buds. The strong beer has a tangy twist from the orange peel, which lends a lingering freshness. The sweet flavor is enhanced by aromatic coriander, making it a truly Indian beer, perfect for those who prefer their drinks with a hint of coriander. Also available in 5-liter kegs, you can experience the joy of drinking right from the tap. It can be kept for 90 days, but we’re sure friends who have met after a long time will finish the keg sooner.
Price: Rs. 120
Bira 91 White
With an ABV of 4.9%, this light and breezy beer is perfect for overcast days. Its citrus and coriander ingredients create a high aroma, making it a crowd-pleaser with low bitterness. Ideal for rainy evenings, this medium golden-hued beer features hints of coriander and orange, making it an absolute delight for beer enthusiasts.
Price: Rs. 170
White Rhino Wit
While others boast of ingredients that contribute to the aroma of beers, White Rhino stands out by using Curacao orange peel and organic coriander, picked from the majestic Himalayas, a region rich in herbs. This beer, brewed with Indian wheat, offers enhanced flavors. Its brewery, often referred to as the producer of the first craft beer in India, is located on the outskirts of Gwalior.
Price: Rs. 150
Simba Wit
With a fruity and citrusy aftertaste, this homegrown wheat beer is one of the lighter options, with an ABV of 4.5%. Perfect for the rainy season, it is a must-have for your home bar. The refreshing beer features hints of coriander, lemongrass, and orange peels. This natural beer contains no artificial flavors or aromas.
Price: Rs. 140
The White Owl Spark
Brewed at Som Distilleries in MP, this beer has a hazy golden color and a high ABV of 7.9%, making it one of the strongest wheat-based beers. Its moderate citrus flavor is enhanced by a predominantly orange aroma. Additionally, this beer is made using neutralized water, ensuring that The White Owl Spark beer can be produced anywhere and still taste the same.
Price: Rs. 140
