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Weihenstephaner Hefeweißbier Dunkel has been on a triumphal march. On the first day of the World Beer Awards in the United Kingdom, the specialty was named Germany's best dark wheat beer - and on day two it went even further: the titles of world's best of its kind and overall best wheat beer worldwide topped it all off. But that was not all the medals that the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan took home.The aromas of ripe banana, the fine sparkling effervescence, the velvety mouthfeel - Weihenstephaner Hefeweißbier Dunkel provides plenty of arguments for a top ranking. The tasting panels at the World Beer Awards obviously saw it the same way - and awarded the beer several medals: a brilliant achievement by the Weihenstephan brewers! But other Weihenstephan specialty beers also won prizes: The Weizenbock Vitus was named Germany's best of its kind, the Hefeweißbier won silver in its category, and the Kristallweißbier and the Original each won bronze in their respective styles.Plenty of precious metal for the Weihenstephan beers - but what Director Prof. Dr. Josef Schrädler was particularly pleased about was the success of the "Dunkel": "The Hefeweißbier Dunkel has gained more and more momentum in recent years. We were delighted that it has now been named the world's best wheat beer at the World Beer Awards, which is anything but easy." The competition was once again fierce: breweries from all over the world submitted beers, and the experts were busy tasting them over the course of two days.The result also put Head Brewmaster Tobias Zollo in high spirits: “It is wonderful to see that not only our flagship beers receive the recognition they deserve, but that the other styles are also appreciated. It is an incredible confirmation of the work of our brewers that the world's best wheat beer comes from Weihenstephan.”

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The world's best wheat beer comes from Weihenstephan!

Markus Blume, Minister of State for Science and the Arts, and Director Prof. Dr. Josef Schrädler ceremoniously cut the opening ribbon and gave the starting signal for the new cellar, where the beer is already flowing in streams into the tanks.Minister of State Markus Blume tapped the first beer from the new tanks and emphasized: "O'zapft is - the first time in the brand new lager cellar of the World's Oldest Brewery! From now on, Weihenstephan's liquid gold will be maturing in the new multifunctional 'treasure chamber' of our state brewery to become the wonderful Premium Bavaricum. The combination of ultra-modern brewery infrastructure and traditional brewing craftsmanship makes our Weihenstephaner unique - home and high-tech for sipping and enjoying. And: Weihenstephaner is a strong ambassador for Bavaria in the world: the Bavarian premium beer is being exported in over 60 countries - a real export hit. Cheers to Weihenstephan!"<h2>The brewery was buzzing after the logistics center was built</h2>This first sip in the new Kombikeller was preceded by a journey lasting several years. After all, this project had been planned for some time - as part of Weihenstephan's master plan for the future. After the logistics center, the new dealcoholization plant and the recently installed filtration system, the Kombikeller is the next major project within seven years that was not only started but also completed during this period. After careful consideration, however, the investments were well worth it.This first sip in the new Kombikeller was preceded by a journey lasting several years. After all, this project had been planned for some time - as part of Weihenstephan's master plan for the future. After the logistics center, the new dealcoholization plant and the recently installed filtration system, the Kombikeller is the next major project within seven years that was not only started but also completed during this period. However, the investments were well chosen after careful consideration: Technical Lead Tobias Zollo and his team subjected the technical processes to a critical review - and identified where there was potential for optimization. The construction of the logistics center freed up space at the brewery, which was quickly taken up by the new facilities and ultimately the new cellar. Everything is now controlled from a newly installed control room. The distances are shorter, the systems are optimally networked and the entire process, from brewing to bottling, is now in the hands of the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan - once all these measures have been completed. External service providers, as was the case a few years ago, are no longer required.<h2>Weihenstephan brewery becomes more flexible</h2>The brewery's director, Prof. Dr. Josef Schrädler, was all the happier at the inauguration: "The new Kombikeller is another big step into the future." With the increased flexibility - after all, all tanks can be used as fermentation, storage and pressure tanks - it is possible to react quickly and efficiently to changes in the market. After all the construction work", explained Prof. Dr. Schrädler, "it is good that there is now some peace and quiet at the Weihenstephaner hill. Although the technical team would certainly like to optimize a corner or two," he said with a smile on his face.Technical Lead Tobias Zollo praised his team: "These transition phases are never easy for operations. I'm very proud of how all the brewers helped to make the transition as easy as possible." Now they can look forward to a new cellar at the highest technical level.The picture gallery is constantly being expanded. At the top of the article you will also find the podcast with our Technical Lead Tobias Zollo, in which we talk in detail about the brewery's investments.

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Braupakt 2024 is a Blonde Ale - filtered, strong and top-fermented. Yeast from Weihenstephan, hops from the Hallertau and the area around St. Bernardus in Belgium make for a spicy taste.

Braupakt 2024

Our wheat beer is the most widely recognized product of the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan.

Our dark wheat beer is for those who truly savor beer – perfect for pairing with game, roast pork as well as desserts.

Dark Wheat Beer

Our light wheat beer has 35 percent fewer calories and 50 percent less alcohol than our classic wheat beer, making it a good choice for responsible beer consumption and for those pursuing an active lifestyle!

Light Wheat Beer

There is something special about our non-alcoholic wheat beer. Unlike other breweries, which halt the fermentation process prematurely – our beer is given the time it needs to allow its refreshing flavor to unfold. Subsequently, the alcohol is removed from the beer using falling film evaporation, a technique developed together with the Technical University of Munich-Weihenstephan. The result: fewer calories and carbohydrates and yet a truly enjoyable beer...

Non-alcoholic Wheat Beer

The clarity of our Kristallweissbier is achieved through filtration, and it is the only top-fermented beer brewed by the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan that is not cloudy.

Kristallweissbier

Our pale wheat bock is lagered for an extended period of time, resulting in a perfectly balanced strong beer with a rounded character.

Vitus

The long maturation period provides the beer with a strong character that pairs well with hearty dishes but also with salads, poultry and stews.

Original Helles

Particularly at the beer garden or on a hot summer’s day at the lake, our non-alcoholic Original Helles pairs well with simple meals or a hearty salad – a refreshing alternative anytime. The fermentation process is not halted early, but rather the beer is allowed to fully mature. Only afterwards is the alcohol removed by means of a process developed with the Technical University of Munich-Weihenstephan, the same one used for our non-alcoholic wheat beer. 

Non-alcoholic Original Helles

Our pilsner is as a classic aperitif and agreeably quickens the appetite, a delightful overture to a culinary experience. Served with a meal, it also complements cheese, delicate fish or carpaccio.

Pils

This beer complements savory dishes such as roast, poultry and game.

Tradition Bayrisch Dunkel

The sweet notes are offset by roasted malt flavors making this beer an excellent accompaniment to smoked meats and fish. Korbinian doppelbock is also delicious with desserts or chocolate.

Korbinian

1516 Kellerbier was first brewed to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Bavarian Reinheitsgebot (purity law for beer). It has rapidly become an insider tip among beer enthusiasts and is often served with grilled foods, roasts and cheeses.

1516 Kellerbier

Festbier is delicious with simple dishes, roasted chicken and flavorful Alpine cheese.

Festbier

When the temperature drops outdoors, it is time for a Winterfestbier. Offered seasonally, this beer is brewed with a different, unique hop variety each time. This beer is particularly tasty when paired with hearty dishes.

Winterfestbier

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The world's best wheat beer comes from Weihenstephan!

One and a half years of construction are over: The new Weihenstephaner "Kombikeller" was inaugurated

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