This wheat beer, sometimes called “Kristal Weissbier,” is filtered after fermentation to remove yeast. The result is a crystal-clear weizen beer with no haze or clouds. Exhibiting aroma and flavor characteristics similar to Hefeweizen, Kristalweizen German beer is generally perceived as more crisp and clean on the palate.
Characteristics: Crisp, fruity, banana, wheat, light- to medium-bodied
ABV range: 4.9 – 5.5% IBU: 10-15
Popular Kristalweizen brands: Weihenstephaner Kristall Weissbier, Erdinger Weissbier Kristallklar, Tucher Kristall Weizen
Serving Temperature: Cool, 46-54°
Cheese Pairing Ideas: Brick, Edam, Feta, Chèvre
Food Pairing Ideas: Salads with fruity or vinaigrette dressings, German entrees, apple glazed pork
