Erdinger Leicht
Erdinger Leicht is the brewery's reduced-alcohol wheat beer, with around 40 percent less alcohol than its classic Weissbier. It pours a flower-yellow with a soft sheen and a stable white head. The aroma is restrained, with subtle fruit notes of grape and apple; the palate shows delicate malt, a gentle yeast character and a light, fine acidity over a slim body. Carbonation is brisk and prickles firmly on the tongue, which keeps the beer lively despite the lower strength. Original gravity 7.9 °P.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Erdinger Leicht
Slightly warmer than a lager — 8–12°C allows the banana and clove esters from the yeast to fully develop.
Tall and narrow at the base, flaring at the top — designed to hold the abundant foam of a wheat beer while showcasing its hazy golden body.
Best fresh. The yeast-driven banana and clove character fades over time. Drink within 4 months.
About Hefeweizen
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Hefeweizen?
Hefeweizens are unfiltered Bavarian wheat beers with 4.9–5.6% ABV. Yeast-driven banana and clove esters define the style, alongside a hazy golden body and soft wheat sweetness.
Finding a similar Hefeweizen
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