Wieninger Weisse

◎ Appearance

Golden yellow with a fine haze from suspended yeast, characteristic of the style. The head is persistent and well-structured, clinging to the glass with fine lacework as the beer is consumed. Moderate carbonation lifts the suspended particles, maintaining the cloudy appearance throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent banana esters, a classic marker of warm fermentation, balanced by a subtle clove spiciness that speaks to phenolic compounds from the yeast strain. Behind these primary notes lies a soft, wheaten grain backdrop with minimal hop character, allowing the yeast expression to dominate.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with banana and clove in harmony, supported by a clean wheat sweetness that never becomes cloying. The body is light to medium, with a creamy texture from the yeast suspension, while a gentle mineral note—a signature of Alpine water—adds subtle structure and prevents flatness. Bitterness is restrained at 14 IBU, allowing fruit and spice to remain in the foreground.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with the banana and clove notes fading cleanly without lingering harshness. A pleasant dryness emerges, leaving the palate refreshed rather than coated.

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.