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Weissbier Dunkel
Klosterbrauerei Andechs
- From:
- Klosterbrauerei Andechs
- Germany
- Style:
- Dunkelweizen
Ranked #3 - ABV:
- 5%
- Score:
- 89
Ranked #11,065 - Avg:
- 3.99 | pDev: 8.77%
- Reviews:
- 150
- Ratings:
- Status:
- Active
- Rated:
- Feb 18, 2024
- Added:
- Jun 03, 2002
- Wants:
- 42
- Gots:
- 53
This dark Weissbier retains its aromatic character thanks to the select choice of Hallertau aroma hops and highest quality Bavarian wheat and dark barley malts.
Its characteristic, distinctive maroon colour is a feast for the eyes. Then there’s the opalescence and fine structure of the yeast turbidity. The perfect complement is provided by the very creamy, fine pored head. This dark Weissbier from the Holy Mountain will delight connoisseurs with a harmonious interplay of fruity odours, above all ripe bananas and pineapple, with undertones of caramel and cocoa.
Andechser Weissbier Dunkel teases the tongue with a delicate tanginess carried by a round, soft body. A light caramel sweetness harmonises well with the fine hoppy bitterness. It concludes on a soft and refreshing note.
Its characteristic, distinctive maroon colour is a feast for the eyes. Then there’s the opalescence and fine structure of the yeast turbidity. The perfect complement is provided by the very creamy, fine pored head. This dark Weissbier from the Holy Mountain will delight connoisseurs with a harmonious interplay of fruity odours, above all ripe bananas and pineapple, with undertones of caramel and cocoa.
Andechser Weissbier Dunkel teases the tongue with a delicate tanginess carried by a round, soft body. A light caramel sweetness harmonises well with the fine hoppy bitterness. It concludes on a soft and refreshing note.
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Reviewed by Bluerabbitbell from Pennsylvania
4.04/5 rDev +1.3%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
4.04/5 rDev +1.3%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
12/26/23
On tap at Apothecary Ale House in Morgantown WV
Pumpernickel, raisin, cocoa, deep cherry.
Very little lacing with a thin head.
Not much depth, light caramel makes this an easy drinking(not heavy offering).
Dec 26, 2023On tap at Apothecary Ale House in Morgantown WV
Pumpernickel, raisin, cocoa, deep cherry.
Very little lacing with a thin head.
Not much depth, light caramel makes this an easy drinking(not heavy offering).
Reviewed by BillyNoonan from Ireland
3.84/5 rDev -3.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
3.84/5 rDev -3.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Poured from 50cl bottle, hazy brown creamy head. Considering the calibre of the brewery, I was slightly disappointed by the complexity on both nose and taste given the high bar set by Andechs. A little diluted, missing some classic yeast flavour although still a very decent dunkel.
Dec 02, 2023Rated by Vlad11 from England
4.21/5 rDev +5.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
4.21/5 rDev +5.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
great. bready, caramel, dried banana, cherry cola, prune, apricot, chocolate, lingering dry-ish and semi bitter end
Sep 30, 2023Reviewed by TheBigBoy from Pennsylvania
3.15/5 rDev -21.1%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.25
3.15/5 rDev -21.1%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.25
Its a decent dunkle but a bit too fruity/banana for me. This one clearly stands out as European product with thst flavoring. A dunkle fan in Fall or Winter but I prefer American craft take on this genre.
May 17, 2023Reviewed by Gatch from Massachusetts
4.09/5 rDev +2.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4.09/5 rDev +2.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
e0,5l bottle with a label date of 14.09.2023
A bit disappointed in this one, based on the brewery, even though it’s one of my least favorite styles. On the subtle side of most German wheat beers, with a gentle hint of the usual aromas and flavors. Just a bit watery and not the typical Andechs consistency.
Apr 14, 2023A bit disappointed in this one, based on the brewery, even though it’s one of my least favorite styles. On the subtle side of most German wheat beers, with a gentle hint of the usual aromas and flavors. Just a bit watery and not the typical Andechs consistency.
Reviewed by BJB13 from Maryland
4.36/5 rDev +9.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
4.36/5 rDev +9.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
500 ml bottle poured into a tumbler pint glass.
L: Clear brown, three finger khaki head, mousse-like foam has good retention, leaves some lace.
S: Malty, yeast, banana bread-like.
T: Malty, medium sweetness, drys some at finish, dark bread, wheat, banana, clove, spicy hops, aftertaste is malty and mildly sweet.
F: Light-medium body, medium carbonation, leans soft, a little frothy, a bit chewy.
O: Easy drinking, good flavor, one of the better wheat beers I’ve had.
Mar 06, 2023L: Clear brown, three finger khaki head, mousse-like foam has good retention, leaves some lace.
S: Malty, yeast, banana bread-like.
T: Malty, medium sweetness, drys some at finish, dark bread, wheat, banana, clove, spicy hops, aftertaste is malty and mildly sweet.
F: Light-medium body, medium carbonation, leans soft, a little frothy, a bit chewy.
O: Easy drinking, good flavor, one of the better wheat beers I’ve had.
Reviewed by Rug from Massachusetts
3.94/5 rDev -1.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
3.94/5 rDev -1.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Bottle code L0201, bottled 1/20/21
So this is obviously very old for this bottle. But when I saw it at Binnys on my recent trip to Chicago I just had to grab it anyways, as it’s another classic Dunkelweizen I’ve yet to try. So let’s crack this old lad open and see what it’s all about
Pours a slightly cloudy dark amber with 2 fingers of creamy off white head that slowly fades to a thin cap and leaves minimal lacing
It doesn’t necessarily smell like it’s old, there’s still a nice snap to hold up the sweetness. I’m picking up on aromas of overripe banana, pumpernickel toast, caramelized sugar, honey, raisin, and light clove
The taste shows its age quite a bit more but it’s still enjoyable. On the front end of the sip I’m tasting earthy wheat, overripe banana, sweet caramel, dark bread, black tea, and light orange zest. The swallow brings notes of earthy wheat, banana bread, toasted grain, burnt caramel, sweet honey, orange zest, and light vanilla
A light body pairs with gentle carbonation, resulting in a snappy beer. Finishes mostly dry and drinks ridiculously easy
I have to give this one the benefit of the doubt because of its age. I’d love to try it fresher one day
Jan 28, 2023So this is obviously very old for this bottle. But when I saw it at Binnys on my recent trip to Chicago I just had to grab it anyways, as it’s another classic Dunkelweizen I’ve yet to try. So let’s crack this old lad open and see what it’s all about
Pours a slightly cloudy dark amber with 2 fingers of creamy off white head that slowly fades to a thin cap and leaves minimal lacing
It doesn’t necessarily smell like it’s old, there’s still a nice snap to hold up the sweetness. I’m picking up on aromas of overripe banana, pumpernickel toast, caramelized sugar, honey, raisin, and light clove
The taste shows its age quite a bit more but it’s still enjoyable. On the front end of the sip I’m tasting earthy wheat, overripe banana, sweet caramel, dark bread, black tea, and light orange zest. The swallow brings notes of earthy wheat, banana bread, toasted grain, burnt caramel, sweet honey, orange zest, and light vanilla
A light body pairs with gentle carbonation, resulting in a snappy beer. Finishes mostly dry and drinks ridiculously easy
I have to give this one the benefit of the doubt because of its age. I’d love to try it fresher one day
Reviewed by eatsluggs from Florida
4.1/5 rDev +2.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4.1/5 rDev +2.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Well... malt beer and ripe meat of the bone always go well together. Had it at Stammtisch in Portland, Or. Not my first choice of dunkel Weiss, but definitely a good beer.
Jan 03, 2023Reviewed by CarolinaCardinals from North Carolina
3.98/5 rDev -0.3%
look: 5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
3.98/5 rDev -0.3%
look: 5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
Picked up a 500 ml bottle from the BlueDoor Bottleshop in Hendersonville 9-1-22 for $4.75. Bottled 3-25-21; consumed 11-13-22.
Beer poured light brown with a perfect head that is still nice after 15 minutes.
Nose is light roast with a touch of banana.
Taste is a light to medium roasted malt base. Yeast imparts notes of banana. Finishes with a touch of sweetness but the roast wins in the end.
Mouthfeel is light to medium bodied and finishes pretty soft.
Overall a solid beer, glad to have tried.
Nov 13, 2022Beer poured light brown with a perfect head that is still nice after 15 minutes.
Nose is light roast with a touch of banana.
Taste is a light to medium roasted malt base. Yeast imparts notes of banana. Finishes with a touch of sweetness but the roast wins in the end.
Mouthfeel is light to medium bodied and finishes pretty soft.
Overall a solid beer, glad to have tried.
Reviewed by Iamaskier from Idaho
4.08/5 rDev +2.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
4.08/5 rDev +2.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
L: Absolutely massive head
S: Sweet and spice. Caramel, honey, roasty malt, cloves, fruit esters, banana
T: Follows the nose. Roasted malt builds the body, plenty of caramel and bread, then cloves, banana, a tinge of hops, a bit of yeast on the finish
F: Smooth and creamy and soft
O: A great beer, I haven’t tried this style until now, and it’s a great combination of elements I’m used to in other styles.
Nov 11, 2022S: Sweet and spice. Caramel, honey, roasty malt, cloves, fruit esters, banana
T: Follows the nose. Roasted malt builds the body, plenty of caramel and bread, then cloves, banana, a tinge of hops, a bit of yeast on the finish
F: Smooth and creamy and soft
O: A great beer, I haven’t tried this style until now, and it’s a great combination of elements I’m used to in other styles.
Reviewed by tide from California
4.26/5 rDev +6.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
4.26/5 rDev +6.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
It’s dark brown color, hazy. The foam is very fine and rich. The beer smells like a sprouted bread, banana bread, lightly smoky, molasses and very ready. It smells very nice, recalls the hungry feeling when you smells newly baked bread from a bread bakery. The fine foam taste like ice cream, the mouth feel is creamy. The beer is lightly sweet, supported by good amount of bubbles, feels refreshing and not sticky. The mouth feel is an important character of this beer. Although it’s dark, but it’s as refreshing as a wheat beer. Weissbier Dunkel is unfiltered, strong, and nutty, I found that from internet, which can describe this beer pretty well. The beer is very delicious, no matter drink it fast or sip it slow. The beer definitely shows sprouted bread, wet and warm bread, a light banana, molasses and then spices like clove and coriander seeds and even subtle licorice. The spices are subtle, but add depth to this beer. The beer has sentiments at bottom, definitely a bottle conditioned beer. It’s so delicious I get to the bottom pretty fast :-) This is definitely a good Weissbier Dunkel, a hazy beer long before hazy IPA, and have similar wet and complex layers of aromas.
Oct 16, 2022
Weissbier Dunkel from Klosterbrauerei Andechs
Beer rating:
89 out of
100 with
397 ratings
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