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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.
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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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Hacker-Pschorr Hefe Weisse
◎ Appearance
This Hefeweizen displays a hazy, pale golden hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity that reveals suspended yeast particles. A thick, creamy white head forms upon pouring and persists beautifully, while vigorous carbonation creates an inviting, effervescent presentation.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by distinctive phenolic and ester notes, with prominent banana and clove aromas typical of Hefeweizen yeast fermentation. Supporting notes of wheat bread and subtle fruity undertones create a complex, inviting bouquet that epitomizes the classic Bavarian wheat beer character.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with creamy, smooth wheat malt character balanced by the signature banana and clove notes from fermentation. Mid-palate reveals subtle bubblegum sweetness and bread-like maltiness, while the low bitterness (15 IBU) allows the yeast-driven fruit and spice flavors to shine throughout.
◑ Finish
The finish is refreshingly crisp and clean, with the light body and gentle carbonation providing a bright, palate-cleansing conclusion. The wheat beer's characteristic flavors fade gracefully without lingering harshness.
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