Schneider Weisse Tap 6 Aventinus
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Tasting Notes
The aroma opens with dark fruit — banana, plum, and raisin — layered over clove and a hint of vanilla from the yeast. On the palate, flavors of chocolate, dried cherry, and wheat bread come together with a full, chewy body that carries its weight without feeling heavy. The fermentation character stays prominent throughout, with the spicy phenolics balancing the fruity esters. The finish is long and warming, with just enough bitterness to keep the sweetness in check.
About the Brewery
Schneider Weisse is a Bavarian brewery based in Kelheim, Germany, founded in 1872 and one of the last major independent wheat beer specialists in the country. They are widely credited with pioneering the Weizenbock style through Aventinus, which has been in production since 1907. Their lineup is devoted almost entirely to wheat-based beers, and they have collaborated with American craft brewers — notably Brooklyn Brewery — to produce limited experimental batches. Their standing in the wheat beer world is essentially unrivaled.
Food Pairings
Roasted pork or braised short ribs work well here because the beer's dark fruit and malt depth mirror the caramelized, savory notes in slow-cooked meat. A strong aged cheese like Gruyère or Comté finds a natural counterpart in the beer's fruity esters and body. Dense, spiced desserts — a slice of gingerbread or a dark chocolate torte — echo the clove and dried-fruit character without overwhelming it. Duck confit is another solid match, where the beer's sweetness cuts through the richness of the fat.
Style Guide
Weizenbock is a stronger, darker take on the traditional German Hefeweizen, pushing the wheat beer yeast character — banana esters, clove-like phenols — into richer, maltier territory. ABVs typically run from about 7% to 9.5%, and the malt bill often incorporates darker malts that bring notes of chocolate, toffee, and dried fruit. The style originated in Bavaria and follows the same top-fermentation, wheat-forward brewing tradition as standard Hefeweizen, but with the added body and complexity of a bock-strength beer. It sits apart from Dunkles Weizen primarily in its alcoholic strength and the deeper malt intensity that strength allows.