Bitter Orange Peel Chopped

Bitter Orange Peel is an indispensable spice in the Belgian brewing tradition — the backbone of the witbier style alongside coriander. This 100 g bag of chopped dried bitter orange peel (Citrus aurantium) delivers an intense, aromatic citrus bitterness that is deeper and more complex than sweet orange peel.

The high concentration of essential oils — primarily limonene, linalool, and myrcene — survive the boil when added in the final 5–10 minutes, contributing a vivid, zesty orange note with a pleasant herbal bitterness. In the classic witbier recipe, it combines with coriander seeds to create the style's signature spice profile.

Brewing Contribution

• Intense aromatic citrus character — zesty, complex, not sweet
• Herbal, slightly bitter background note
• High essential oil content — aromatic even at low doses
• Complements coriander, chamomile, and citrus hops

Usage

Belgian: Witbier, Blanche, Saison | Specialty: Citrus IPA, Winter Ale. Dosage: 15–30 g per 20 L. Add last 5–10 min of boil or at flameout.

Quick Facts

Origin: Belgium/Mediterranean | Type: Dried citrus peel | Weight: 100 g | Dosage: 15–30 g per 20 L