Aufschneider Hopfenweizen

◎ Appearance

Pale golden with a fine haze from the yeast in suspension, giving the beer a soft, cloudy appearance. A thick, creamy head forms quickly and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on each sip. Bright carbonation lifts the suspended particulate matter throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by tropical stone fruit and citrus notes from the Cascade and Mosaic hops, with distinct pineapple and passionfruit character. Beneath lies the classic spicy, clove-forward phenol profile of Hefeweizen yeast, balanced by soft, grainy wheat Malz aromas. A faint bready sweetness rounds out the bouquet without dominating.

◐ Taste

Entry is juicy and refreshing, with the tropical hop character front and center alongside classic weizen banana and clove notes. The mid-palate shows good body despite the moderate ABV, with wheat providing a smooth, slightly creamy mouthfeel. Bitterness builds gradually, delivering American-style hop bite that cuts through the yeast sweetness without harshness; the finish is dry and clean.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, with lingering tropical fruit and a persistent, pleasantly dry bitter edge. Yeasty complexity fades gracefully, leaving behind clean citrus and a gentle hoppy warmth.