Weihenstephaner Hefeweissbier - Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan

studentofbeer

California

4.45/5  rDev +0.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

The beer is a classic hefeweizen — the nose has hugely strong clove and banana aromatics, sweet and spicy and way more pronounced than any of the other weizens I've looked at so far.

The color also is exactly what I'd expect with a nice orange hue and a thick white head. The clove and banana flavor carry through to the taste, but it's not overwhelming. The wheat really shines in this beer, giving a clean acidity to the whole profile and making it a definite thirst quencher. The carbonation seems thicker as well, with bigger bubbles. Rather than being creamy, this beer really has a more soda pop carbonation that tickles the mouth.

This is definitely one of the best hefeweizens I've had, though they all have their unique aspects. This beer definitely seems very traditional with the strong clove and banana smell and flavor and an excellent tart wheat profile.

Serving type: bottle

07-17-2004 18:03:29 | More by studentofbeer

beerhunter13

Ontario (Canada)

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-19-2013 20:18:47 | More by beerhunter13

BamfBacon

Ohio

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-19-2013 17:12:44 | More by BamfBacon

ShawnMH

Indiana

4/5  rDev -9.9%

05-19-2013 15:49:13 | More by ShawnMH

MJSJr

Ohio

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-19-2013 15:07:52 | More by MJSJr

haknort

Illinois

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-19-2013 03:32:18 | More by haknort

LeahM

New York

4.25/5  rDev -4.3%

05-19-2013 03:14:55 | More by LeahM

jkane101

New Jersey

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-19-2013 02:41:34 | More by jkane101

NickSMpls

Minnesota

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-19-2013 01:00:41 | More by NickSMpls

SightinColor

Missouri

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-18-2013 23:20:49 | More by SightinColor

Dr_Q

Kentucky

4.38/5  rDev -1.4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Very nice Hefeweizen. The color is beautiful, with a orange smell and spicy clove taste. Carbonation is moderate and persists. Very refreshing!

A= Cloudy orange with white head, moderate lacing.
S= Citrusy/spicy with some fruity aroma, mostly orange
T=Clove/allspice flavor. Crisp, refreshing, orange,
M= Carbonated, light but with some body.

Serving type: bottle

05-18-2013 22:05:54 | More by Dr_Q

Michigan

Michigan

4.25/5  rDev -4.3%

05-18-2013 22:01:43 | More by Michigan

keeganfrank

Ohio

4.56/5  rDev +2.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Golden brown beer with a thick, foamy head that leaves thick bunches of lacing. Aromas of fruits and sweet spices. Exceptionally delicious, complex flavor consisting primarily of apricot, apple cider and spice s. Very, very smooth and enjoyable to drink.

Serving type: bottle

05-18-2013 21:44:59 | More by keeganfrank

eyeenjoybeer

Indiana

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-18-2013 16:50:57 | More by eyeenjoybeer

apanloco

Sweden

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-18-2013 16:40:26 | More by apanloco

jono0101

Missouri

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-18-2013 15:51:10 | More by jono0101

DrBass

Maryland

4.75/5  rDev +7%

05-18-2013 14:58:24 | More by DrBass

mattsucks

Ohio

3.75/5  rDev -15.5%

05-18-2013 13:57:47 | More by mattsucks

Punky_Brewster

Ohio

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-18-2013 02:39:18 | More by Punky_Brewster

Knuckles_Nuclear

Missouri

4.55/5  rDev +2.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

My new go-to favorite for spring and summer. Wonderful balance and refreshment, after my beloved quads from the late fall/winter. Glorious pale golden color with just a hint of the wheat haze. Clean and crisp from start to finish, with a bit of banana and freshly-baked bread.

Serving type: bottle

05-18-2013 01:18:58 | More by Knuckles_Nuclear

GinsuDave

Michigan

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-18-2013 01:10:31 | More by GinsuDave

nitter

Ohio

4.5/5  rDev +1.4%

05-18-2013 00:39:44 | More by nitter

NessaHilling

West Virginia

4/5  rDev -9.9%

05-18-2013 00:13:24 | More by NessaHilling

Glider

Massachusetts

4.75/5  rDev +7%

05-17-2013 13:39:16 | More by Glider

chossboss

Oregon

5/5  rDev +12.6%

05-17-2013 04:31:19 | More by chossboss