Rothaus Hefeweizen - Badische Staatsbrauerei Rothaus AG

inebrius

Michigan

4.78/5  rDev +17.2%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 5

What can possibly be more alluring than the perfume of muesli coated banana smoothie drizzled over natural herbed vanilla? This beer was smuggled via air directly a week ago from Baden Germany. You can almost taste the pine straw Schwarzwald floor; the rural banks where the Donau begins to flow; the Schwenninger Moos, or merely a quality hazed weizen fit for a clerk.

Serving type: bottle

08-20-2005 04:52:42 | More by inebrius

funkel81

California

4.25/5  rDev +4.2%

04-15-2013 03:39:46 | More by funkel81

mick303

Ontario (Canada)

4.25/5  rDev +4.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Poured a large white creamy head. Pretty good retention, excellent lacing. Colour was an orange gold, strong carbonation, not too noticeably hazy, the yeast addition adds a hazy burnt amber.

Smell has a lot of fruity banana and wheat malt. A bit of a bubblegum note. Quite a dry fruitiness, bit acidic. Some nutiness and a present bitterness, rich banana bread, butter. Delicious.

Taste is a fruity mix, banana, rich malt, some definite toffee sweetness. Good countering bitterness, light herbal hopiness. Some light cinnamon spice, almond, herbal, some tannic leather. Finishes really full and satisfying. Dry and nicely crisp. Yeast addition adds a firm yeasty, banana feel, dramatically improves the beer.

Mouthfeel has a lot of carbonation, and a light body throughout. A firm biting yeasty edge is noticeable and pleasant. Comes together nicely at the end. Really drinkable and sessionable. Satisfying with a good balance of sweetness, malt and yeast.

This was a good hefe, interesting. I made the mistake of starting my review before getting to the bottom of the bottle and incorporating the yeast, which made a drastic improvement and took it to new heights. A good example of this style, tasty, and to the point. A nice mix of flavours and pleasant to drink, its nice to find a hefe that is more than just banana and bubblegum, a good example of the style.

Serving type: bottle

02-25-2013 14:08:17 | More by mick303

alugeris

4.25/5  rDev +4.2%

02-13-2013 08:09:50 | More by alugeris

innominat

Ireland

4/5  rDev -2%

12-10-2012 19:47:40 | More by innominat

FLima

Brazil

3.9/5  rDev -4.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Wonderful head, three fingers above the glass! Hazy dark orange colour. Predominant citrus smell with less banana than usual for the style, which is good news, for a change. Taste follows aroma, very citric. Very efervecent that explodes when left on your tongue. Light sweetness, makes it with a superior drinkability compared to other hefeweizen.

Serving type: bottle

10-20-2012 15:59:49 | More by FLima

atis

Finland

4.18/5  rDev +2.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Pours hazy orange with huge and creamy white head, excellent retention with beautiful patchy lacing. Aroma is fresh spicy yeast, grains, as well as fruits.

Taste is a pleasant mix of subtle sweetish wheat malt, fruit (lemon, orange and banana), bits of bread, hints of pepper. Mouthfeel is heavy and full with lively carbonation.

Amazing Hefeweizen, certainly the best I have had in a few years time.

Serving type: bottle

01-13-2012 10:58:13 | More by atis

ThirstyBird

Germany

4/5  rDev -2%

01-08-2012 20:42:37 | More by ThirstyBird

Gregwa

Massachusetts

4/5  rDev -2%

01-03-2012 05:46:12 | More by Gregwa

Granhaugen

Norway

5/5  rDev +22.5%

11-25-2011 16:19:32 | More by Granhaugen

stevoj

Germany

4/5  rDev -2%

11-21-2011 19:01:55 | More by stevoj

thierrynantes

France

3.85/5  rDev -5.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Beer bottle (50 cl.), purchased in La Cervoiserie, and tasted in 2011.

Appearance : clear yellow orange color with white foamy head.
Smell : wheat and moderate yeasty aromas.
Taste and mouthfeel : fruity flavours with yeasty and wheaty notes.
Drinkability : a good beer in the German style Hefe Weizen.

Serving type: bottle

09-29-2011 13:07:22 | More by thierrynantes

sfprint

Germany

3.55/5  rDev -13%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

From the smaller 33cl bottle:

A: Soapy sudsie, 1.5 finger head. dense apricot in color like a slightly darker creamsicle color, completely translucent, no visible rising carbonation.
S: Like an average German hefeweizen, i get mostly a fresh yet slightly heavy yeast flavor, ghost of bananas.
T: Very subtle sweetness, mild well blended flavor. Somewhat bitter aftertaste, which isn't my favorite, but yet isn't "bad" either. The aftertaste also has a watery quality.
M: Fluffy which gives it a light quality, but it's body I would consider average in girth. Mild yet sharp stinging.
O: A nice one but not my favorite.

Serving type: bottle

06-12-2011 22:49:47 | More by sfprint

JoeyV

Germany

4.22/5  rDev +3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

A: Thick, cloudy orange/amber with a large foamy head that dissipates slowly, leaving a nice bit of lacing on the glass.

B: What can I say other than the perfect example of it's style? Strong yeast and grain smell that's particular to Hefeweizens, with just a bit of orange and spice.

T: Wonderfully balanced malty sweetness - again reminiscent of oranges, as well as light toasted bread. I get just the slightest warmth at the end from the alcohol.

M: Thick and rich, slightly foamy. Carbonation doesn't become prominent until the malts have given way to the lighter, crisper aftertaste.

O: Hands down one of the best Hefeweizens I've drank from what is quickly becoming one of my favorite German breweries. Well done, guys!

Serving type: bottle

05-27-2011 19:05:58 | More by JoeyV

BlackHaddock

United Kingdom (England)

3.43/5  rDev -15.9%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Taken on 16 Apr 2011 in the 'Swarzwalderstube' Berlin.

Once I'd stopped stroking the glass I noticed the beer was a murky dull orange colour, on top sat a pure white head, soon to be a wispy covering as the bubbles died away very quickly.

The smell was of vanilla pods, corriander and cloves, banana esters also in the mixture of aromas.

The taste was of peppery banana, along with the vanilla picked up in the smells.

An OK beer, but I thought a little thin in body depth and lacking in flavour compared to many other Hefeweizen biers I've had and reviewed.

Serving type: bottle

05-03-2011 13:15:22 | More by BlackHaddock

mdagnew

United Kingdom (Northern Ireland)

4.33/5  rDev +6.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

330ml bottle bought from Beermerchants.com

Poured a hazy light straw yellow colour... White head poured typically big thick and foamy then faded slowly to nice thick layer ... lots of carbonation rises to the surface... decent amount of thick sticky lacing...

Aroma - Nice clove spiciness, light vanilla notes, noticeable wheat, quite bready, very little malts, light fruitiness (banana and lemon), quite peppery...

Taste - Light biscuity malts, fairly strong clove, definite breadiness, quite creamy, good fruitiness (lemon, pear and sweet banana), salty, quite floral - hints of lily, honey grassy and peppery hints...

Feel - Very smooth and creamy with just a little bite underneath... light body... Extremely refreshing and drinkable...

Overall - An excellent German hefe... up there with the best...

Serving type: bottle

11-22-2010 12:11:58 | More by mdagnew

JWU

Pennsylvania

4.1/5  rDev +0.5%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Obtained through a family member who was stationed in German for a short while with the U.S. Military. He bestowed many a German Hefe upon me (very, very appreciated)

A - A cloudy orange, pretty, billowing white head.

S - more Banana tones than bubble gum. nice citric/spice component.

T - has more going on than most German Hefe's. Very complex, follows the smell pretty much. The spice/clove element is more up front than most.

M - more carbonation than most, but good.

D - a bit better than the normal Hacker-Pschorr's, Franziskaner, or Paulaner offerings. Likely the best sampling of the style I've ever had the pleasure of enjoying.

Serving type: bottle

08-29-2010 00:36:57 | More by JWU

czfreeman

Michigan

4/5  rDev -2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Rothaus makes in my opinion one of the best German Pilsners in the world. Thier beers are somewhat hard to find in the US, but here in Germany, its right next to the Becks! I have never seen the Hefe in the states, so I couldn't wait to try it. In living here, I understand German beers better now. A true exibition of standard, perfection, and repetition in every bottle.
Rothaus's offering pours out a light apricot-yellow color, little more on the orange side than usual, beautiful light orange-tinted head, absolutly billowing with aromas. Frothy, rocky pock-marked head, rises out of the glass, then slowly settles, looks extremly tasty.
Strong aromatics here. Big upfront cloves, musty yeasts, hay, tangerines, lemon zest, spicy black-peppercorns, tart musty funk of a great Hefe. Big on the Banana, clove, great balance of fruits and grain. this is seriously banana-bread good smelling.
Taste is really good, but intruguinly different than the smell short. Upfront tart citrus, carbonation adds a nice spiciness, a long lingering tartness from the yeast. The flavor leaves your tongue tingling with zesty citrus-peppery flavor. However, from the smell, I was expecting a little more banana-like creaminess, and instead a more spicy citric profile, with a high carbonation level. This is really good Hefe, a combo of two ends of the possible flavor spectrum
Upon my first sip, I was a little dissapointed in the seemingly uncoordinated aroma/taste, but after a few sips its really growing on me. I find that I like the rich,creamy smell, and then experinence the light, zesty drink. Its makes you eager to take the next sip, and the beer is extremely drinkable.
I really enjoyed this brew, it was different than expected, but delivered in the end. This would go great with a spicy, peppery arugula salad, of a nice creamy pate' or pork terrine infused with orange zest. Rothaus is definalty 2/2 in my book.

Serving type: bottle

09-04-2009 15:51:10 | More by czfreeman

DerBayer

Germany

4.7/5  rDev +15.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

Got this one on tap in the Sloany Pony in London recently and must say what a beer:

A - A cloudy orange like all Hefeweizen

S - Banana, spice, hint of orange and clove

T - see above and naturally sweet yes NO sugar added (brewed according to the Reinheitsgebot von 1516) like most German beers - I love Naturally fruity and sweet beers

M - Yep very good like most Hefeweizen

D - I drank this one way too quickly it s a must try

Serving type: on-tap

06-23-2009 19:36:26 | More by DerBayer

soulgrowl

United Kingdom (England)

4.3/5  rDev +5.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 5

Solid, almost tan orange with yolky yellow highlights with a nice, smooth and soft white head with good retention. The classic Hefeweizen banana aroma launches itself from the glass and dominates the nose, but not without letting some subtleties through. Light clove and apple spice along with some unexpected caramel notes combine for a nice caramel apple undercurrent. Hints of lemon, coconut, and wheat bread are also present. The flavor is tangy and smooth, with lots of round, wheaty goodness. Very fresh and fruity with notes of orange, banana, bubblegum, earthy yeast, and somewhat floral hops. Really dry and clean with a mild finish and lingering yeasty tang. The airy and light mouthfeel matches the flavor well, with soft carbonation and bone-dryness to make this refreshing, if not exactly crisp. There is an interesting depth to this beer and a sort of Belgian character to it. Refreshing, complex, and delightful.

Serving type: bottle

05-01-2009 11:09:19 | More by soulgrowl

seanyfo

United Kingdom (Scotland)

3.5/5  rDev -14.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

50cl bottle served at the porterhouse in covent garden, london. Weissbier glass

A- Cloudy, orange amber with a 3 finger creamy head that has moderate retention and lacing.

S- Typical clove and banana combination.

T- Once again typical weizen flavours of clove and banana, has good flavour retention, not watery in the finish.

M- Carbonation a little too aggressive, although it has a nice body, not watery.

D - A good weizen in my book although a little unsettling on the stomach due to high carbonation, good stereotypical weizen flavours.

Serving type: bottle

09-25-2008 15:27:38 | More by seanyfo

dasenebler

Maine

4.25/5  rDev +4.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Poured into a large flute glass. Copious head, very nice and fluffy. The head sticks around better than other hefeweizens I've had. Nice cloudy gold color.

Taste is subtly sweet with a good fruitiness. Some serious banana flavors that come through on the nose as well. A bit of spice and cloves as well. Good bubbles and quite refreshing. Very drinkable and smooth. The Rothaus hefe is every bit as good as the more common and popular Weihenstephaner and Schneider-Weisse stylings.

An excellent german wheat with a great pour/head and smooth flavor.

*Reviewed in Berlin, so freshness/flavor may deviate from imported bottles.

Serving type: bottle

08-09-2008 23:24:57 | More by dasenebler

bloberglawp

Quebec (Canada)

4.1/5  rDev +0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

Things are getting a little blurry as I try so many ales and lagers while on vacation, everything is exellent but not everything is mind-blowing... this is a exellent hefe, like many others here.

Straw-orange ale, murky from yeast. Aroma is a little sour and citric, some notes of hay and fresh yeast. Flavors : citrus, slight sour twang and a hoppy edge. Simple and refreshing.

Serving type: bottle

05-15-2008 12:41:10 | More by bloberglawp

Absumaster

Netherlands

4.33/5  rDev +6.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A very murky orange beer with a thick, creamy head that stays on the entire beer.

Smell is wonderfull, there is the obvious banana and grainy wheat, but also a citric, fruity smell. Reminds me of pineapple and somewhat orange.

Taste of ripe bananas and exotic fruit. Great taste, pineapples, mango's, lychees, everything. Almost like a tropical island. The wheat comes in second and adds to the complexity of the beer. The present yeast makes the beer taste yeasty (duh!), but also makes the mouthfeel a little chewy. Mouthfeel is also a bit astringent and slightly sticky.

Serving type: bottle

08-11-2007 10:01:40 | More by Absumaster

Derek

British Columbia (Canada)

3.4/5  rDev -16.7%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Mindestens haltbar bis: 02.06.06

A: Murky, golden straw. Fizzy white-head, little retention, some lace.

S: Bready with a little pineapple and citrus.

T: A little bread with lemon/lime tartness. Quite refreshing, but not full of flavour.

M: Light, somewhat creamy body, slighly acidic. Moderate to highly carbonated.

D: Good.

Serving type: bottle

04-08-2006 00:45:27 | More by Derek