Ettal Weizen

Ettal hits you with a crisp, almost peppery finish that doesn't fade—it's the kind of weizen that makes your palate feel clean and alert. The banana esters are there but restrained, playing second fiddle to a subtle spice and minerality that comes straight through on the swallow. Clove and wheat grain dominate the middle, and there's a dryness underneath that keeps it from feeling sweet or heavy despite the soft mouthfeel.

Hofmühl Weissbier

Hofmühl leans into custard and ripe stone fruit—apricot especially—with a yeast profile that's almost creamy on the tongue. The spice notes are buried deeper here; banana esters feel more prominent and natural rather than fermentation-imposed. It's a rounder beer, gentler on the finish, and the body feels slightly fuller even at the same ABV. Drinking it feels less like refreshment and more like indulgence.