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Ein Hefeweizen

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A German-inspired wheat beer with the classic flavours of banana and soft wheat, lightly hopped with Mandarina Bavaria for a fresh, citrusy finish with a touch of mandarin. Easy to drink and authentic in character, it is brewed from barley and wheat malt with original liquid yeast, by Gamborg in Middelfart.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
bananawheatcitrusy
banana
wheat
citrusy
malty
yeasty
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced banana esters, a hallmark of traditional Hefeweizen fermentation, accompanied by soft wheat notes and a subtle spiced character.
also:clove
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ein Hefeweizen

◎ Appearance

Ein Hefeweizen presents a pale golden hue with the characteristic haze typical of the style, created by suspended yeast and wheat protein. The head forms dense and persistent, clinging to the glass with fine, delicate lacing. Gentle carbonation creates a soft, approachable visual presence.

pale goldenhazy, yeast-forwardpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced banana esters, a hallmark of traditional Hefeweizen fermentation, accompanied by soft wheat notes and a subtle spiced character. Mandarina Bavaria hops contribute a gentle citrus and mandarin zest without overwhelming the classic yeast profile. The overall aromatic character remains approachable and inviting.

banana esterwheat, softcitrus, mandarinsubtle spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with creamy wheat sweetness and prominent banana character, followed by a malty mid-palate that reinforces the grain foundation. Mandarina Bavaria delivers a light citrus note without harsh bitterness, while clove-like spice emerges subtly. The beer remains smooth and easy-drinking throughout, with minimal hop assertiveness.

banana-forwardcreamy wheatmild citrusbalanced, low bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the citrus note lingering briefly before fading. A light, dry quality emerges, leaving the palate ready for the next sip.

refreshing, cleancitrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 5–8°C

Slightly warmer than a lager — 8–12°C allows the banana and clove esters from the yeast to fully develop.

Weizen glass

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.

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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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