Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier Review (Weizen 5%)

おすすめクラフトビール : Franziskaner / Hefe Weissbier (ヴァイツェン 5%)

This article is based on a past tasting experience and was updated in June 2025.

About This Beer

Characteristics

This is a Weissbier, also known as Weizen. It’s a fruity beer that uses over 50% wheat in the grain bill. On a somewhat unrelated note, there’s also Berliner Weisse – a style brewed around Berlin, Germany, sometimes served with fruit syrup. I think it has a strong “local beer” character. I’m a fan, so I thought I’d mention it.

Availability Period

I bought it around May when it was imported.

Where to Buy

I purchased it at Seijo Ishii.

Check out my roundup of craft beer options available through Japan’s Furusato Nozei (hometown tax) program below.

クラフトビールのふるさと納税完全ガイド

ふるさと納税で手に入るクラフトビールをブルワリー別にまとめました。納税先を検討中の方は参考にしてください。

rihobeer.com

2024.07.05

Beer Review

Appearance

Hazy enough that you can barely see through to the other side.

Aroma

Orthonasal Aroma

Quite yeasty fruitiness with a slight rawness? Earthiness? Wild character.

Retronasal Flavor

Strong banana notes. Sweet. The luxurious banana character is very enjoyable.

Taste

Mouthfeel

Gentle wheat-derived quality. Reminiscent of witbier.

Body and Texture

小麦がとても強くて、トロッとしつつもその中に炭酸に乗ったスパイスと酵母っぽいフルーティさが刺激する。トロッとしている。
舌の上で温度が上がるとホップの苦みも主張してくるが、とても優しい主張。青りんごや花のよう。少しのレモン。

The Swallow

★バナナのようなエステル香が綺麗に喉から鼻に広がる。とても美味しい。
カラメルっぽさも少しあって映画館のポップコーン。

Aftertaste

A long finish of gentle hop bitterness (floral, lemon, slight citrus peel) and banana-like notes. There’s a hint of yeast-driven earthiness with a slightly wild quality, but it’s not strong.

Overall Impression

The banana expression is beautifully done. Perhaps everything else exists to highlight the banana notes that emerge at the moment of swallowing? It was incredibly delicious!

Sediment

Is this banana juice?? The banana aroma is so intense it’s almost laughable. The floral nuances are also intense, as is the wild character. The sediment portion alone is so good I’d want a full pint of it. You could mix it in, but the sediment is so exceptional that I’d recommend drinking it separately. Even after swallowing – banana juice. A slight caramel quality? Like a movie theater. So good!

Check out my roundup of craft beer options available through Japan’s Furusato Nozei (hometown tax) program below.

クラフトビールのふるさと納税完全ガイド

ふるさと納税で手に入るクラフトビールをブルワリー別にまとめました。納税先を検討中の方は参考にしてください。

rihobeer.com

2024.07.05

Overall Rating

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FAQ: Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier (Weizen 5%)

What does Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier taste like?

Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier is a Weizen-style beer. See the article above for detailed tasting notes on flavor, aroma, and appearance.

Where can I buy Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier?

It may be available at craft beer specialty stores or online shops. If hard to find, check out our recommended craft beer feature to discover other great options.

Are there other recommended Weizen beers?

We review many Weizen beers on this site. our Complete Guide to Dank IPAやour DDH & TDH Beer Guide for more great recommendations.

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