Berliner Weissbier
Originating in Germany, this style is typically the most pale hued of German wheat beer styles. Berliner Weissbiers can exhibit crisp, tart, fruity, sour and light-bodied characteristics. In Germany, drinkers often add a sweet raspberry or herbal woodruff syrup to the beer to balance the tartness and sourness.
Recommended Glassware:
Color Range:
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Taste/Smell | Crisp, Tart, Fruity, Sour, Wheat, Light-bodied |
| Alcohol-by-Volume (ABV) Range | 2.8 – 3.4% |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 3-6 |
| Popular Examples | Fürst Wallerstein Weissbierpils, 1809 Berliner Style Wiess, Dogfish Head Festina Peche, The Bruery Hottenroth Berlinerweis |
| Serving Temperature | Cool, 46-54° |
| Glassware | Pint or Nonic, Goblet, Chalice |
| Cheese Pairing Ideas | Blue Cheese, Brie, Cheddar, Havarti |
| Food Pairing Ideas | Salads with vinaigrette or blue cheese dressings |
