E-Malt.com News article: USA, LA: Abita Brewing Company launches Lemon Wheat as its new seasonal

The Abita Brewing Company introduces Lemon Wheat as its new summertime seasonal brew, beerpulse.com reported on April, 3. Lemon Wheat is made with real lemon peel for a fresh citrus taste and aroma.

“We think our customers who love Abita Strawberry Harvest Lager are really going to enjoy discovering the summery citrus flavor of our new Lemon Wheat,” said David Blossman, President of the Abita Brewing Company.

Abita Strawberry Harvest Lager and Lemon Wheat will be on the shelves together in some markets during late spring.

Abita Seasonal brews are available for a limited time and are brewed in limited quantities. Each brew is custom created to match the time of year when they are enjoyed. Lemon Wheat joins the Abita Seasonal line-up in early April.

Abita Lemon Wheat has an ABV of 4.4%, IBU of 18 and the color is 7 or deep golden.

The Abita Brewing Company was founded in Abita Springs, La., in 1986 and is the original and largest craft brewery in the Southeast. The Abita Brewing Company produces seven flagship brews year-round: Abita Amber, Golden, Light, Turbodog®, Purple Haze®, Jockamo I.P.A.® and Restoration Pale Ale®. Abita also offers five seasonal beers, three Harvest brews, three Big Beers and a draft-only series of Select beers.


05 April, 2013