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Weihenstephaner 1516 Kellerbier

Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan
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🌍 Germany · Kellerbier · One of 92 Kellerbiers in hopIQ

An unfiltered, naturally hazy lager in the old Kellerbier tradition. Named after the Bavarian Purity Law of 1516. Earthy and slightly yeasty with a firm but balanced bitterness.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden8
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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

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Kellerbier.
Hop character
earthy
hoppy
Malt character
malty
bready
Fermentation & yeast
yeasty
clean
Distinctive notes
mineral
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Weihenstephaner 1516 Kellerbier

Appearance

A beautiful pale golden hue with characteristic natural haziness from the unfiltered nature of this traditional Kellerbier. The hazy appearance is inviting and rustic, with a modest white head that settles into a thin collar. Effervescent carbonation creates a lively, gently streaming bead throughout the glass.

pale goldennaturally hazywhite headeffervescent

Aroma

The nose is clean and straightforward, leading with subtle earthy and grain-forward notes characteristic of Bavarian lagers. A light yeasty quality emerges alongside delicate bread-like aromas, with no aggressive hop character. The overall bouquet is inviting and approachable, reflecting the beer's traditional brewing heritage.

earthygrainyyeastybread-like

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing with a clean malt foundation and subtle bread character. A balanced, firm bitterness develops mid-palate without overwhelming the delicate grain flavors, maintaining smoothness throughout. The finish remains dry and clean, with the yeast character providing subtle complexity without becoming harsh.

crispbalancedmaltysmooth

Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with lingering grain notes and a whisper of earthy character. The moderate bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.

cleandryrefreshing
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
85
Appearance
86
Finish
83
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Weihenstephaner 1516 Kellerbier

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

Serve at 7–9°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 Weihenstephaner 1516 Kellerbier

About Kellerbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Kellerbier?

Kellerbier 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 Kellerbier

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same earthy, bitter, malty character as Weihenstephaner 1516 Kellerbier will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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