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Kuchlbauer Alte Liebe

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🌍 Germany · Dunkelweizen · One of 24 Dunkelweizens in hopIQ

World Beer Cup 2026 Bronze. A dark Bavarian wheat beer with roasted bread, chocolate malt and classic banana-clove yeast character. Full-bodied, smooth and warming — the name means 'Old Love'.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Mild
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark23
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AWARDS

Bronze · 2026
World Beer Cup 2026
Bronze — World Beer Cup 2026
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Very crisp mouthfeel.

The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Dunkelweizen.
Malt character
wheat
bready
chocolate
roasted
Fermentation & yeast
banana
clove
yeasty
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kuchlbauer Alte Liebe

Appearance

Deep mahogany to dark brown hue with excellent clarity, showcasing the roasted malt character typical of the Dunkelweizen style. A creamy, persistent off-white head forms and maintains well, indicating proper carbonation and conditioning. The color depth suggests quality roasted malts without appearing opaque or murky.

deep mahoganycreamy headcleardark brown

Aroma

A captivating blend of banana and clove esters from the wheat beer yeast dominates, layered with distinctive roasted bread and subtle dark chocolate notes from the malt bill. The spicy phenolic character melds seamlessly with toasted grain aromas, creating a complex yet balanced nose that invites repeated exploration. Classic Bavarian weizen character shines through without any harsh roasted edges.

bananaclove spiceroasted breaddark chocolate

Taste

The palate enters with full body and silky smoothness, immediately presenting sweet caramel and wheat grain flavors alongside prominent banana-clove yeast character. Mid-palate develops deeper roasted malt complexity with dark chocolate nuances, while the low bitterness (13 IBU) allows the malt and yeast to lead harmoniously. The finish is warming and satisfying, with lingering yeasty notes that reinforce the traditional Bavarian wheat beer profile.

smoothwheat-forwardbanana-clovecaramel malt

Finish

A medium-length finish with graceful, warming aftertaste that doesn't overstay its welcome. The yeasty notes persist pleasantly, complemented by faint chocolate undertones that echo the malt character beautifully.

warmingyeastylingering
87
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
88
Appearance
86
Finish
85
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Kuchlbauer Alte Liebe

Serve at 7–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Weizen glass
Recommended for this style

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.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Kuchlbauer Alte Liebe

About Dunkelweizen

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Dunkelweizen?

Dunkelweizen is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Dunkelweizen

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same banana, wheat, roasted character as Kuchlbauer Alte Liebe will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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