The Kompaan Lefgozer is a distinctive, characterful Witbier with 6% ABV from the Kompaan Brewery in The Hague, founded in 2012, which proves with a fascinating and completely unexpected combination of ingredients that a wheat beer can also be bold and surprising: melon and Szechuan buttons – the sparkling, electrically spicy flower buds of Szechuan pepper – give this pale, naturally cloudy summer beer its unmistakable character. On the palate, a light, fruity base with subtle melon sweetness unfolds before the Szechuan buttons introduce their characteristic tingling prickliness and a spicy, slightly numbing note, which together with the restrained hop bitterness of Magnum and Saaz and the refreshing carbonation create a balanced, complex, and surprisingly drinkable overall impression. The Kompaan Lefgozer is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a high-quality, summery, and unconventionally conceived Dutch Witbier that surprises as a refreshing companion to barbecues, spicy dishes, and sociable summer days, as well as serving as a pleasurable proof that the Kompaan brewers have the courage to make something completely unique and unforgettable out of a classic beer style.
