Brewed with the finest ingredients, including real Curaao orange peel, a dash of coriander and a blend of wheat and malted barley for a refreshing flavor and spicy nose, Hoegaarden was awarded a gold medal at the World Beer Cup 2008. It is known for its superior refreshment and its distinctive smooth, sweet and sour taste. Also, it somewhat lacks the bitterness typical of many other beers. Hoegaarden is 4.9 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).