Weizenbock

Georg Schneider II created this style in 1907 by applying wheat-brewing technique to a strong-beer format, and his Aventinus is still its benchmark. A Bavarian hybrid, it fuses the banana and clove yeast of a Weissbier with the malty depth, strength, and body of a Doppelbock. It is potent, running 6.5 to 9 percent alcohol from a high original gravity of 1.064 to 1.090, with a broad 6 to 25 SRM span that covers both pale and dark versions and a restrained 15 to 30 IBU. The result is malty, fruity, and warming without the hop assertiveness of the ale family. Weihenstephaner Vitus takes the pale route, while Schneider Weisse Aventinus, Ayinger Weizenbock, and Plank Weizenbock hold to the dark original. It is designated BJCP 10C.

A strong, malty, fruity wheat beer combining the best malt and yeast flavors of a Weissbier with the rich maltiness, strength, and body of a Doppelbock.

Rich Weizen yeast character with pronounced banana, clove, and vanilla aromas. Strong malt backbone with bready, caramel, and chocolate notes from the bock strength. Noticeable alcohol warmth. Complex and enticing.

Gold to very dark brown, depending on base style. Hazy from yeast. Dense, creamy head with excellent retention.

Rich banana, clove, and vanilla from Weizen yeast. Strong malt backbone with caramel, bread, chocolate. Low hop bitterness. Semi-sweet finish with alcohol warmth. Complex and satisfying.

Full body with moderate to high carbonation. Rich, creamy texture. Alcohol warmth. Smooth with no harsh notes.

A Bavarian creation combining the wheat beer tradition with the Bock's strength tradition. Schneider Weisse's Aventinus (1907) is the original Weizenbock and remains the defining example. Developed by Georg Schneider II by applying wheat brewing techniques to a strong beer format.

What is Weizenbock beer?

Weizenbock (BJCP 10C) — a strong German wheat bock with rich malt and banana-clove yeast. Style guide.

What is the ABV of Weizenbock?

Weizenbock has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.5-9.0%.

How bitter is Weizenbock beer?

Weizenbock measures 15-30 IBU (International Bitterness Units).

What are some examples of Weizenbock beers?

Schneider Weisse Aventinus, Weihenstephaner Vitus, Ayinger Weizenbock, Plank Weizenbock