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Weihenstephaner Korbinian

Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan
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🌍 Germany · Doppelbock · One of 29 Doppelbocks in hopIQ

A Bavarian Doppelbock with rich malt sweetness, subtle fruit notes, and warming alcohol. Full-bodied with restrained hop bitterness and a smooth, slightly dry finish. Brewed since 1040.

ABV
7.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
dark30
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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

Full-bodied and gently sweet.

A slow, coating pour that settles on the tongue and rewards the sip that follows.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Doppelbock.
Hop character
hoppy
Malt character
malty
caramel
toasty
Distinctive notes
dark fruit
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FEATURED IN

Featured inThe Best German Strong Beers

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Weihenstephaner Korbinian

Appearance

Deep mahogany to dark brown in color with excellent clarity and a thick, creamy tan head that exhibits outstanding retention. The dense foam cap gradually settles into a persistent collar, indicating excellent malt character and proper conditioning. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation.

deep mahoganycreamy headexcellent retentionclear

Aroma

Rich, inviting nose dominated by toasted malt, caramel, and subtle dark fruit esters characteristic of traditional Bavarian brewing. Secondary notes of bread crust and a whisper of noble hop spice emerge beneath the malt complexity. Warm alcohol undertones add depth without overwhelming the subtle, sophisticated bouquet.

toasted maltdark fruit esterscaramel sweetnessnoble hops

Taste

Full-bodied palate reveals a harmonious blend of rich caramel malt sweetness with dark fruit flavors and bread-like complexity. Mid-palate maintains excellent balance with restrained hop bitterness (26 IBU) and a warming alcohol presence that enhances rather than dominates. The creamy, smooth texture coats the mouth with sophistication and finesse.

malt-forwardcaramel sweetnessbalanced bitternesswarming alcohol

Finish

Slightly dry finish with lingering warmth and subtle roasted, nutty notes that extend gracefully without harshness. The aftertaste remains clean and refined, inviting another sip while showcasing the beer's classical Doppelbock character.

slightly drylingering warmthclean finish
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
89
Appearance
89
Finish
86
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Weihenstephaner Korbinian

Serve at 9–12°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 9–12°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 Korbinian

About Doppelbock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Doppelbock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Doppelbock

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

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