ZÔN
Boulevard Brewing Co.

ZÔNZÔN
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From:
Boulevard Brewing Co.
 
Missouri, United States
Style:
Witbier
Ranked #224
ABV:
4.4%
Score:
81
Ranked #25,913
Avg:
3.55 | pDev: 14.37%
Reviews:
240
Ratings:
646
Status:
Active
Rated:
Mar 10, 2024
Added:
Apr 24, 2002
Wants:
  14
Gots:
  74
Boulevard’s summer seasonal is our interpretation of a classic Belgian witbier. ZŌN (Flemish for “sun”) combines the subtle flavors of coriander and orange peel with other traditional ingredients to create a delightful, refreshing summertime brew.

15 IBU
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Ratings by LambicPentameter:
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Reviewed by LambicPentameter from Nebraska

4.26/5  rDev +20%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
Enjoyed out of a 12 oz brown bottle at Blanc Bottles + Burgers in Kansas City. Stamped with a best by date of 10.16.14 as well as a Julian date for those who prefer to know the bottling date, but I'm too lazy to figure it out. This is my first of this season's release, so I know it's pretty fresh. Poured into a classic 16 oz tumbler glass.

Appearance - Pour yields a glowing sunny yellow with just the faintest hints of amber where the light doesn't pass through as easily. Atop the body sits a one finger head that dissipates surprisingly quickly, leaving a healthy half finger ringlet around the edge of the glass and a few bits of film across the surface of the liquid. No lacing to speak of as I drink it down. I really do love the day-glo color of this beer, but wish it had a more beautiful show of head.

Smell - I've always loved the gentle but well-spiced aroma of this beer. If you aren't into spiced beers or wits in general, I could see why it would be offputting, because it's rich and unapologetic, but it also manages to be soft, like baking bread, even though I know that sounds somewhat contradictory. Orange zest, coriander and herbal highlights that bring to mind sage and lavender make up the aroma.

Taste - As with the aroma, I'm a bit of a sucker for the taste.With the very spice-forward aroma, you expect to take a swallow to be assaulted by coriander and Belgian yeast esters, but it's surprisingly restrained, but in an awesome way. The coriander combines with the orange peel to provide a considerable citrus vein running through, but it's gentle and refreshing--it makes me think of what a beer called Orange Julius might taste like, but not as sweet as that name would belie. Of course, there is a nice bit of sweetness to tie this beer together, but it's far from overpowering, offering just enought complement to the spicy citrus core.

Mouthfeel - Light bodied and moderate carbonation, but with a juicy, almost creamy mouthfeel.

Overall, one of my favorite beers from Boulevard. I know it's not a crowd favorite, but it's one of the earliest craft beers I remember as being a game-changer for my perspective on craft beer. Finally reviewing it after all these years in order to encourage others- to give it a go.
Jul 02, 2014
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.5 by netshark from Colorado

Mar 10, 2024
 
Rated: 3.87 by Walnut from Missouri

Nov 19, 2023
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Reviewed by RonaldTheriot from Louisiana

4.16/5  rDev +17.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
ZÔN has a thick, white head and a murky white-yellow appearance, with no lacing. The aroma is of bubble gum, coriander, white wheat bread, and oranges. The flavor is similar, with low bitterness and spiciness. ZÔN has a medium body and a dry finish.

RJT
Aug 05, 2023
 
Rated: 3.68 by lastmango from Pennsylvania

May 15, 2022
 
Rated: 3.56 by SViterileroux74 from Texas

May 13, 2022
 
Rated: 4 by robebo44 from Virginia

Jun 04, 2021
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Rated by TomDoniphan from Kansas

3.74/5  rDev +5.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
You know, nothing special going on here, but with a slice of orange, its my favorite summer thirst quencher.
Mar 27, 2021
 
Rated: 3.75 by paulish from New York

Oct 09, 2020
 
Rated: 3.7 by fflopps from Iowa

Aug 14, 2020
 
Rated: 3.92 by Mesaboog from Colorado

Aug 06, 2020
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Reviewed by defunksta from Wisconsin

3.86/5  rDev +8.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Appearance: Pours a very hazy, pale yellow color with a peach-colored hue. A soft, white head. SRM of 7-8. (4.25)

Aroma: Light aromas of lemon citrus, grape, bubblegum, pear, and coriander/clove. Some coriander too. (3.75)

Flavor: Light and soft flavors of lemon, pear, orange peel, grape, lemon. Lots of fruit, but a light Belgian spices too. Finishes dry and crisp. (3.75)

Feel: Light and creamy body. Smooth on the tongue with a mild finishing sweetness. (4.00)

Compared to Farm Girl Saison 7/28/20: Pours a hazier color. A lighter and zestier flavor. Less Belgian spice and zest. A milder and crispier body. Winner: Zon
10/19/20: Pours a hazier color. More zest and spice. Less orange sweetness.

Overall: A nice and light witbier. The body is actually better than the flavor here. Great citrus spice and zest/peel. Nice and smooth body, but the flavor is sort of mild. A good representation of the style. The body is actually quite nice and I should buy this again. (Final Rating: 3.80)
*Compare to any good witbier*
Jul 29, 2020
 
Rated: 4.65 by Iaurdol from Kansas

May 20, 2020
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Reviewed by Kenny_Gage2 from Missouri

3.9/5  rDev +9.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75
Poured form a 12oz bottle: Pours a cloudy/hazy straw color about the same color as the label. It has a quickly vanishing, creamy white colored head that's foamy/bubbly and less than 1 finger. The aromas of wheat, bread, bananna, orange, and coriander, combine to make a beautiful smell which will lead your nose right into a tasty, zesty, peppery finish that's crisp, refreshing, and not overshadowed by coriander. With a sessionable Abv of 4.4% and a wheaty/bready/orange juice taste ZoN Belgian Witbier (in my opinion) is a great beer to enjoy during brunch, or a hot day in the sun.
Feb 12, 2020
 
Rated: 3.5 by JLaw55 from Missouri

Sep 13, 2019
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Rated by DrinksAreOnMe from Iowa

4.64/5  rDev +30.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.75
Outstanding summer brew. An unexpected surprise. It brings people together, man.
Jul 04, 2019
 
Rated: 3.75 by a77cj7 from South Dakota

Mar 10, 2019
 
Rated: 3.75 by Richie_C_Johnson from Minnesota

May 29, 2018
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Reviewed by Scott17Taylor from Iowa

3.75/5  rDev +5.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Pours light hazy lemon colored yellow with no head.
The aroma is citrus, a light graininess and a faint amount of spiciness.
The flavor is sweet bready malts, orange juice, coriander and a light tartness and peppery finish.
The mouthfeel is really light with lighter carbonation. Super refreshing.
Overall, I normally don't like the style, but the coriander wasn't over done in this beer which is the key thing I normally don't like in the style. Everything is well balanced, its not a super exciting beer, but I'm really enjoying it.
May 26, 2018
 
Rated: 3.81 by einman from Minnesota

Oct 22, 2017
ZÔN from Boulevard Brewing Co.
Beer rating: 81 out of 100 with 646 ratings