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Schneeeule Bea Berliner Weisse

Brauerei Schneeeule
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🌍 Germany · Sour Ale · One of 31 Sour Ales in hopIQ

Schneeeule Bea is a refreshing and light Berliner Weisse that exemplifies the traditional Berlin wheat beer style with its crisp, tart character. This low-alcohol wheat beer offers a delicate balance of subtle fruitiness and gentle sourness, making it an ideal warm-weather refreshment.

ABV
3.2%
Bitterness
Mild
SRM
pale gold4
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Crisp and dry.

A direct pour that closes clean — trim and sharp, working together to keep things moving.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Sour Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
Malt character
wheat
Fermentation & yeast
sour
tart
fruity
yeasty
Distinctive notes
mineral
peach

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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Schneeeule Bea Berliner Weisse

◎ Appearance

Schneeeule Bea presents a pale, luminous straw yellow hue characteristic of the Berliner Weisse style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a delicate white head that dissipates gracefully, leaving fine lacing. Vibrant carbonation is evident throughout, creating an inviting, effervescent visual presentation.

pale strawcrystal cleareffervescentfine white head

◌ Aroma

The nose is delicate and refreshing, with prominent wheat grain notes complemented by subtle citrus undertones. A gentle tartness emerges without overwhelming, while clean yeast character adds brightness. The bouquet is light and approachable, inviting further exploration.

wheatcitrus notestartclean yeast

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and immediately tart, delivering the signature sourness of a traditional Berliner Weisse. The mid-palate balances wheat character with citrus acidity, maintaining remarkable drinkability despite the pronounced tartness. The finish remains dry and clean, with no discernible bitterness, allowing the natural acidity to define the palate.

tartcitrus-forwarddryrefreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, with lingering acidity that refreshes rather than fatigues. A pleasant dryness persists, making this beer an ideal companion for warm weather refreshment.

drycleancrisp
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
85
Appearance
80
Finish
83
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Schneeeule Bea Berliner Weisse

Serve at 6–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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

Food Pairing

What to eat with Schneeeule Bea Berliner Weisse

About Sour Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Sour Ale?

Sour Ale 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 Sour Ale

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