Set of raw materials: Wheat – 5L malt for beer hops
Brewing for beginners:
Hefeweizen is a classic, German top-fermented wheat beer, characterized by its light color, high turbidity, and rich phenol aroma (carnation) i esters (banana). This style originates from Bavaria and is an excellent proposition for the spring-summer season, thanks to its lightness, high carbonation, and refreshing character.:Beer characteristics:Style: Hefeweizen (German Wheat Beer)Color: very bright, golden (6–9 EBC)Gentian: Average (Approx. 12-15 IBU)Alcohol: Approx. 5.2% ABVFermentation: upper, 17–22°CAging time: minimum 2 weeks
Flavor profile:Hefeweizen, which is a classic German wheat beer, is a unique top-fermented style that combines lightness and refreshment with a rich, complex aroma and flavor profile. Its character is shaped mainly by specific yeast strains, not by hops or malt.
What you need to have on your own:
Pot with a capacity of at least 8–10 liters
Fermentor (e.g.. plastic bucket with a fermentation lock)
Thermometer, hydrometer (for Blg measurement)
Sugar for secondary fermentation in bottles (Approx. 4–5 g/l)
Bottles with caps or swing-tops
Brewing and aging time:Brewing: Approx. 4 hoursFermentation: 7–10 daysMaturation: min. 14 days (the longer, the better)