When you think of the variety of Bavarian beers, wheat beer is certainly one of the first brews that springs to mind. This classic of the local culinary landscape should be part of every Bavarian brewery’s range and tastes great on its own or with most regional dishes. The most traditional combination is of course wheat beer and white sausage, but we also enjoy it with fish dishes, pasta or desserts. We think the best accompaniment to Andechser Weißbier Hell is freshly grilled trout with parsley potatoes.
The Andechs monastery brewery has a down-to-earth range of Bavarian styles on offer and brews, among other things, a very fine wheat beer. Theirs is a classic and shines with natural yeast cloudiness, a full-bodied character and a balanced taste. The brew flows into the glass in cloudy old gold and shimmers delicately with a coppery touch when the light hits it. A handsome crown of densely porous foam sits on top and exudes an enticing scent of juicy fruit and exotic cloves. The first sip scores with tangy freshness and a gentle mouthfeel. Full notes of sun-ripened grain, brown-speckled banana and sweet honeydew melon lie like a soft blanket on the tongue. Subtle honey notes, fruity acidity, a warm spiciness and a mild hop bitterness round off the pleasure harmoniously.
The Andechser Weißbier Hell is a refreshing delight from the picturesque south of Bavaria and a successful representative of its style.
Klosterbrauerei AndechsWater, wheat malt, barley malt, hops, hop extract, yeast
