Jopen Nonnetje Wit
Brewed in a church, clouds like heaven — this little nun's been sunbathing. Sweet banana and coriander aromas give way to pineapple, orange peel, and a refreshing citrus finish. A wheat beer so smooth and drinkable, you'll confess your sins just to order another.
Aroma & Taste
Fruity · Citrus · Smooth
The beer opens with sweet, fruity aromas, dominated by hints of banana and coriander.
On the palate, it is sweet, with a light, smooth texture and flavors of pineapple, orange peel, and a touch of coriander, balanced by a very mild bitterness.
The finish is refreshing, with a lingering citrus and coriander note, and medium carbonation that adds to its smooth, drinkable profile.
Story & Design
Church · Haarlem · Netherlands
Jopen Brewery, established in 1994 in Haarlem, Netherlands, has become a pioneer in the Dutch craft beer scene, known for its innovative approach to brewing and focus on high-quality, flavor-driven beers.
The brewery's mission is to "Beat Boring", consistently creating unique and abnormally delicious beers that stand out in the world of craft brewing.
The can design is modern and vibrant, with bold, eye-catching graphics that reflect Jopen's playful and adventurous brand spirit, making it stand out on any shelf.
Ingredients & Value
Wheat · 0.5% · 36 kcal
Brewed in the wheat-beer tradition, using a high proportion of wheat malt with barley for a naturally cloudy base, plus oats, spices (coriander and orange peel), yeast and hops for a relatively rich seven-ingredient recipe.
At just 36 kcal and 0 g sugar per 330ml, it’s noticeably lighter than a regular beer and at €2.91 per can it offers strong value in the non-alcoholic craft segment.
Verdict & Opinion
Hero
The Hazy got all the attention. But this little nun? She’s been sunbathing.
Jopen’s Nonnetje Wit is the quieter sibling — less hop-forward attitude, more easy-drinking charm. Where the Hazy punches with tropical bitterness, this one glides in with banana, coriander, and a citrus finish that feels like Sunday morning. It’s the kind of beer that doesn’t need to prove anything.
The drinking experience is effortlessly smooth. Sweet fruit aromas give way to pineapple and orange peel, with just enough spice to keep things interesting. Zero sugar, 36 kcal, and a carbonation level that lifts without overwhelming. This is a wheat beer that actually tastes like wheat beer — cloudy, soft, and dangerously sessionable.
Brewed in the Jopenkerk chapel in Haarlem, the Nonnetje Wit continues the brewery’s mission to “Beat Boring.” At €2.91 per can, it’s priced like a confession booth donation but delivers absolution in every sip.
Hero status confirmed. Sometimes the quiet ones hit hardest.