Very crisp and mildly bitter.
Trim and gentle — the beer moves through with an unforced, easy rhythm.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Ur-Weizen
◎ Appearance
A luminous amber hue with notable depth, characteristic of the darker Weissbier tradition. The unfiltered, bottle-conditioned character manifests as a subtle cloudiness from suspended yeast, while a firm, fine-pored head forms with good retention and stable lacing down the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with dried fruit notes—raisin and fig—layered beneath a distinctive clove spice that marks the Weissbier yeast profile. A gentle banana undertone emerges beneath the spice, while the Malz backbone provides a subtle sweetness without dominating the bouquet. Regional organic hops contribute only a whisper of herbal restraint.
◐ Taste
Entry is soft and malt-aromatic, with a lightly sweet character that flows into a balanced mid-palate. The emmer malt adds textural complexity and mild earthiness, while the clove and banana yeast notes persist gently. Bitterness remains delicate at 9 IBU, allowing the Malz sweetness to carry through without harshness.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and moderately lingering, with residual Malz sweetness and a fading spice note. A dry mineral edge from the organic hops emerges in the aftertaste, providing gentle closure.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Ur-Weizen
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Ur-Weizen
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same clove, banana, wheat character as Ur-Weizen will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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