GEORG RITTMAYER

Hefeweizen

Appearance

Visually appealing with its golden color that pours with a robust, frothy foam, with a cloudy aspect in the glass.

Taste

Following the nose, with flavors that add a wonderful balance, with a touch of sweetness. The hops add a hint of floral and citrus that add depth without being overpowering.

AROMA

With banana and cloves present on the nose, all complemented by subtle hints of wheat. All contributing to a complex aromatic profile.

ABOUT THIS BREWERY

Brewing beers as early as 1422, the family has brewed quality beers locally using traditional methods. Showing an ability to adapt and innovate, the brewery has incorporated modern equipment to improve efficiency and energy conscious practices such as a wood chip heating system, as well as an energy saving program using heat storage. Producing a range of beers with something for everyone.
https://rittmayer.de

Type

Hefeweizen

Product of

Germany

Volume

500 ml

Alcohol

5.5%

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Making consistent adjustments to improve their environmentally sustainable commitments. The addition of wastewater pretreatment, reduces the organic load in the brewery’s wastewater by 80%. Simultaneously, the sewage is fed to a locally operated gas storage facility, supplying biomethane for the combined heat and power plant to generate green electricity during the brewing process. This brings in a total of 612,00 KW/hr of CO2 neutral electricity, saving upwards of 137 tons of CO2 in the process.

BEER TYPE INFORMATION

A style corresponding to its low hop bitterness, relatively high carbonation and a relative malty sweetness.