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Barre Weizen

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A wheat beer from the north: Barre Weizen is deep golden yellow and naturally cloudy, with a generous, stable head. The top-fermenting yeast gives a pronounced fruity aroma with the typical banana note. The body is balanced and full, hop bitterness is very restrained, and lively carbonation with a touch of refreshing acidity keeps it fresh. 5.4 % at 12.5 °P.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Mild
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Gold · 2026
DLG-Prämierung
★Gold — DLG-Prämierung
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
bananafruitywheat
banana
fruity
wheat
yeasty
clove
Aroma
The nose displays a pronounced fruity profile characteristic of top-fermenting yeast activity.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Barre Weizen

◎ Appearance

Barre Weizen presents a deep golden-yellow hue with natural cloudiness from suspension of yeast particles. A generous, stable head crowns the glass, displaying strong and persistent foam retention. The lively carbonation is evident throughout, creating fine and consistent bubbles that sustain the visual character.

deep golden yellownaturally cloudystable headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose displays a pronounced fruity profile characteristic of top-fermenting yeast activity. Prominent banana esters dominate, balanced by subtle wheat grain notes and a hint of clove. The aroma is clean and inviting, with restrained noble hop presence that does not compete with the yeast-driven character.

banana esterfruitywheat grainclove hint

◐ Taste

The palate is balanced and full-bodied despite moderate alcohol, with a smooth malt foundation supporting the fruity yeast signature. Hop bitterness remains very restrained at 14 IBU, allowing the wheat and banana character to advance on the palate. A touch of refreshing acidity and crisp carbonation prevent the beer from becoming cloying, maintaining brightness through the mid-palate.

balancedfull bodysoft bitternessrefreshing acidity

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the acidity and carbonation carrying the fruity notes into a short, refreshing aftertaste. No harsh or lingering bitterness remains, allowing the wheat and banana character to fade gracefully.

dry finishfruity aftertasteclean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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