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Celebrate spring with our interpretation of Hefeweizen, an ale from the German beer pantheon. This Bavarian style wheat beer is known for pronounced flavors and aromas of clove, banana, and vanilla produced by a very unique strain of yeast. Hefeweizen is unfiltered which coincides nicely with our brewing philosophy.

German-style wheat beer with spicy clove presence and a hint of banana and citrus served with an orange or lemon slice

It’s German for “Yeast Wheat Beer”. We brew our Hefeweizen in the Bavarian tradition using the yeast from Weinstephan, the oldest brewery in Germany. This is an unfiltered, slightly cloudy, beer that features a strong stand of foam, a delicate round malt and wheat presence and finishes with no regrets. You might notice an aroma of banana and clove, you might not, not everyone sniffs their beer.

Brewed with 40 percent wheat and a special yeast gives this German classic subtle tones of banana and clove. Brewed traditionally during the summer months, it is unfiltered so its’ full of vitamin B from the yeast and served with a lemon wedge just like in the Deutsche land.

Our classic Hefeweizen is brewed in the traditional German manner. The malt bill is primarily composed of German wheat. Hop additions are kept low to accentuate the yeast characteristics. Bright sunny aromas of banana and clove mingle with a light bodied golden wheat flavor. Notes of fresh citrus also come forth through the lively carbonation. Traditionally unfiltered. Best enjoyed with brunch, lunch, or anytime several beers are preferable to one strong beer!

German style wheat beer that is light in color and has a spicy clove/banana-like flavor.

Jump on the banana boat bandwagon This German-inspired wheat ale is the perfect hot weather beer. The yeast gives the beer banana and clove aromas while finishing with a slight lemon flavor and at 4.4% ABV you don’t have to feel guilty about having more than one. Drink on my friend.

A German wheat beer. Banana and clove aroma and flavor (Silver Medal 2013 Colorado State Fair)

Queen City Hefeweizen: Queen City’s unfiltered wheat beer, produced exclusively from German malt, wheat, and hops, is complex and refreshing. The large percentage of wheat provides a pleasant creaminess and long-lasting head, while our distinctive yeast produces subtle banana- and clove-like notes in both the aroma and flavor, which perfectly balance the bready character of the malt. (ABV 5.8% IBU 23)

Our German "Spring" Wheat is lighter and more mild than our Autumn Wheat. Very flavorful, this unfiltered "witbier" is classically cloudy and exceptionally well balanced!

Classic Bavarian wheat ale made with 50% malted wheat.

A German-styled wheat ale. Yeast creates the spicy flavor and cloudy appearance of this unfiltered ale.

This is the best known wheat beer from south Germany; its appearance is cloudy and yellow with an aroma of banana and clove. It is full of malt sweetness, a little hop bitterness, and containing just enough spice flavor to keep your lips smacking. If wheat beer is your preference, this is your beer.

A traditionally prepared top fermented, unfiltered, amber wheat ale. A world class style that originated as an important part of brewing traditions in Bavaria Germany, and now an important of our tradition here in New York. Our beer brings out the pronounced tastes of clove and banana. To accentuate the bouquet it is best served in a tall, slender glass with plenty of room for the tall head.

True to German Style Brewing Techniques, Hefe has an aroma of citrus and spice that come alive with the robust flavors of bready wheat and sweet malt. A hazy golden hue and a refreshing finish bids goodbye to winter and nods at the first taste of spring!