Weizenbock
Description
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.
Aroma
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.
Appearance
Gold to very dark brown, depending on base style. Hazy from yeast. Dense, creamy head with excellent retention.
Flavor
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.
Mouthfeel
Full body with moderate to high carbonation. Rich, creamy texture. Alcohol warmth. Smooth with no harsh notes.
History
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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
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