South German-Style Weizenbock

German Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025

4.5 SRM30 SRM

OG: 1.066 – 1.080
FG: 1.016 – 1.028
ABV: 7 – 9.5 %
IBU: 15 – 35
Color

4.5 – 30 SRM

CO₂

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Notes

Beers in this style are made with at least 50 percent wheat malt. They are often roused during pouring, and, when yeast is present, will have a yeasty ﬂavor and a fuller mouthfeel.

Color

Gold to very dark

Clarity

If served with yeast, appearance may be very cloudy.

Malt aroma & flavor

Medium malty sweetness should be present. If dark, a mild roast malt character should emerge in the flavor and, to a lesser degree, in the aroma.

Hop aroma & flavor

Not present

Bitterness

Low

Fermentation character

Balanced, clove-like phenolic and fruity ester banana notes produce a well-rounded ﬂavor and aroma. Diacetyl should not be present. Carbonation should be high.

Body

Medium to full

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