Wheat beer, originating in Bavaria, Germany, is brewed with at least 30% wheat, which gives it its characteristic flavour and light texture. This beer is known for being refreshing, with moderate alcohol content and an appearance that is usually hazy. It has moderate alcohol content and low bitterness.
Among the types of wheat beer are Hefeweizen, which is hazy and fruity, with notes of banana and clove; American Wheat, which is hoppier and clearer, made with malted wheat; Berliner Weisse, which is sour and refreshing, often flavoured with fruit; Witbier, which is Belgian and spiced with coriander and orange peel; and Dunkelweizen, which is darker and sweeter, with notes of banana and vanilla.
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In this collection you will find everything from historic German benchmarks, dominated by notes of banana and clove, to New World craft interpretations, which clean up the yeast profile to let citrus hops shine.
Is a wheat beer the same as a classic Lager?
No. Wheat beer is a top-fermented Ale, while Lager is bottom-fermented.
