Strand Brewing 'Harvest Ball' Orange Wheat Witbier. 4.8% abv. Pale hazy straw color. Bubbly white head. Good retention, good lace. Nose of faint citrus peel, floral.  Front taste of mild grapefruit, orange, distant bitter floral hops. Aftertaste of orange rind, wheat bread, dry finish. Light body. Mouthfeel is thin, resiny, tangy, clean on the finish.

This is a good light brew, a subtle wheat beer with citrus flavors that are mild yet always present. It's a nuanced summer beer in a category that is known for lighter fare to begin with. Drinkable and subdued are words that come to mind. If you usually want robust flavors that grab your attention, look elsewhere. If you like your flavors light with a body to match, this is your beer. Mildly recommended.

From the brewery:

"Harvest Ball - Beyond the northern reaches of Los Angeles County lies the quaint ranching community of Fillmore, where growers have been quietly raising oranges for generations. Each year, as the summer falls into autumn, the Slo-Lee Ranch celebrates the coming harvest with a sacred gala. Family and friends gather, illuminating the night with food, drink, and laughter."
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Hangar 24 Brewing 'Orange Wheat'. 4.6% abv. 17 IBU. Hazy lemon yellow color. Thin bubbly white head. Low retention and little lacing. Nose of citrus-lemon peel, white bread. Front taste of bright citrus, mild lemon-orange, sweet bread, distant grapefruit on the back. Aftertaste of sweet light malt, light fruit, biscuit. Light body. Mouthfeel is cool, bright, tangy on the back of the tongue.

This is a nice session beer, great for summer barbecues (which is where I enjoyed this one). Light, refreshing, with a citrus profile that is ever-present but not cloyingly sweet and syrupy. In the categories of wheat beers, summer beers, and session beers, this one doesn't stand out, but it's still a pleasant brew around the grill. Worth your afternoon. Recommended.

From the brewery:

"Crisp, Tangy, and Refreshing. The citrus aroma, light airy mouthfeel, and tangy finish are this unfiltered beer’s trademarks. This is accomplished by adding whole locally grown oranges throughout the brewing process, which perfectly coalesce with the wheat and barley base."
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Mike Hess Brewing 'Jucundus' Orange Honey Wheat. 6% abv. 24 IBU. Pale yellow in color. One finger of white head that slowly recedes to a sustaining collar. Good retention and lacing. Nose of honey, crackers, floral, faint citrus background. Front taste of honey, sweet light malt, some bitter hop notes. Aftertaste of honey, lingering citrus peel, orange. Light-medium body. Mouthfeel is bright, bubbly, tangy.

This is an excellent honey beer, with the honey very present from the aroma on down, and the citrus flavors shining through in the aftertaste. It's easy-drinking without being watery, and approachable without lacking in flavor. Highly recommended.

From the brewery:

"Conjure up a warm, sunny day with this crisp, light bodied American wheat beer, brewed with one kg per barrel if 100% U.S.A. orange blossom honey and California orange peel. This refreshing ale brewed with spices has a smooth, citrusy finish - a delightful session-worthy beer."