German Wheat Beer
Title wheatbeer

It can be made as a lager or an ale but will always uses a large amount of wheat in the malt profile. European wheat beers displayed fruity and spicy fermentation flavors like clove, baking spice, and orange zest. They can also have a slight sourness that can be incredibly refreshing. American wheat beers are comparable to Pale Ales, but with some added body and fresh baked bread notes.

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ORIGIN

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FOOD PAIRING

Fish

Fish

Grilled Vegetables

Grilled veggies

Fruits

Fruits food

BEER STYLES

German Wheat Beer

HEFEWEIZEN

A south German style of wheat beer made with a yeast that produces unique flavors of banana and cloves.

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Whitbier

BELGIAN WHITE ALE (WITBIER)

A crisp, tangy ale with a cloudy appearance which appears white in color. Typically spiced with coriander, orange peel and other spices or herbs.

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