Weizenbock

Weizenbock is an German Ale beer style. Brewers Association category: South German-Style Weizenbock. It typically presents as gold to very dark.

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.

ABV: 7.0%-9.5%
IBU: 15-35
COLOR / SRM SCALE: 4.5-30
OG: 1.066-1.080
FG: 1.016-1.028

Alcohol & Bitterness

ABV:7.0%-9.5%

ABW:5.5%-7.5%

IBU:15-35

Perceived Bitterness:

Low

Color & Appearance

Color:

Gold to very dark

SRM:4.5-30

EBC:9-60

Clarity:

If served with yeast, appearance may be very cloudy.

Gravity & Body

Original Gravity:1.066-1.080

Original Gravity °P:16.1-19.3

Final Gravity:1.016-1.028

Final Gravity °P:4.1-7.1

Body:

Medium to full

Flavor Profiles

Malt Profile:

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 Profile:

Not present

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.

2026 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines used with permission of Brewers Association .

No beers have been reviewed in this style.