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