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Subcategory B: German Leichtes Weizen/Weissbier

Color:

Straw to copper-amber

Clarity:

If served with yeast, appearance may be very cloudy.

Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:

Very low to medium-low

Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:

Not present to very low

Fermentation Characteristics:

The phenolic and estery aromas typical of Weissbiers should be present but less pronounced in this style. The overall flavor profile is less complex than Hefeweizen due to a lower alcohol content and there is less yeasty flavor. Diacetyl should not be present.

Body:

Low with a lighter mouthfeel than Hefeweizen. The German word ‘leicht’ means light, and as such these beers are light versions of Hefeweizen.

Additional 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.

Alcohol by Volume:

2.50% – 3.50%

IBU:

10-15

SRM Color:

3.5-15