weissbier

The table is richly laid: a basket of freshly baked, fragrant pretzels is ready, next to it a stoneware pot of sweet mustard, fine butter, freshly chopped parsley, and in the center, a terrine of steaming white sausages. What's missing? Weissbier!

If we could recommend a drink for this scenario and any other situation where you're acutely thirsty for beer, we'd recommend Eschenbacher Weissbier. This classic from the Eschenbacher private brewery is a hit on its own, but paired with a hearty white sausage breakfast, this wheat beer is a real hit.

The artisanal brew flows into the glass in shimmering copper-gold. Its head is crowned with a stately crown of creamy, off-white foam, and its body is tinged with thick yeast veils. In addition to its appealing appearance, a strong aroma of oven-fresh banana bread, spicy cloves, and sun-ripened grain entices the first sip. A taste test reveals a velvety-smooth beer with delicate aromas: ripe banana meets warm spices on the palate, robust malt, a hint of cream, and a lovely freshness. This wheat beer captivates with its elegant lightness and is not as heavy as some of its counterparts. If you'd like to try something different from the classic Weißwurst, pair this delicacy with a Mediterranean sandwich: a panini with pesto, tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula, and a dash of balsamic vinegar goes surprisingly well with Eschenbacher Weissbier.