Why We Love Wisse Beer

A Cloudy Classic: The Story of Weiss Beer

Soft, smooth, and refreshingly fruity — Weiss Beer (or Weißbier in German) is the sunshine of the beer world. With its golden haze and distinctive banana-and-clove aroma, this wheat-based brew has been delighting drinkers for centuries, especially in its homeland of Bavaria.

A Brief History

Weiss Beer’s story begins in 16th-century Germany, when most beers were brewed solely with barley. The Bavarian royal family saw potential in using wheat and granted themselves exclusive brewing rights — keeping this luxurious beer style for the elite. For nearly 200 years, Weiss Beer was literally fit for kings.

It wasn’t until the 19th century that the style became available to the public, thanks to a brewer named Georg Schneider, who convinced the royals to let him brew it. His family brewery still makes Weiss Beer today, and the style remains one of Bavaria’s proudest traditions.

What Makes It Special

Weiss Beer stands out because it’s made with at least 50% wheat malt, giving it a silky body and naturally cloudy look. It’s top-fermented with special yeast strains that produce those signature banana, clove, and bubblegum notes — all without adding any fruit or spice. Serve it unfiltered in a tall glass, and you’ve got the perfect balance of creamy texture and crisp refreshment.

Fun Facts About Weiss Beer

• “Weissbier” literally means white beer, referring to its pale, cloudy appearance.

• The foam is one of its trademarks — thick, fluffy, and designed to last until your final sip.

• The banana flavour comes from an ester called isoamyl acetate, created during fermentation.

• In Bavaria, it’s traditional to drink Weiss Beer for breakfast with sausages and pretzels (and honestly, who’s complaining?).

• The Weizen glass — tall and curvy — was specifically designed to show off its haze and maintain that dreamy foam head.

From royal privilege to beer garden staple, Weiss Beer has earned its place in brewing history. It’s the kind of beer that doesn’t just refresh — it smiles at you through the glass.

Prost to the wheat beer that proves cloudy is beautiful.