"Schlenkerla Weizen is another hugely underrated beer. This is a type of Rauchbier, which is made from malt that has been dried under a smoky fire. Along with this, it's also a Bavarian wheat beer, giving you a double insight into the special world of German beer brewing. It adds up to a beer that has many of the similarities you associate with a mainstream German beer, along with the unique qualities of its smoked method."
"The smoky qualities far from dominate the palate, but instead, sit nicely in the background as a foundation to the overall experience. Caramel is the most delicious of its unique notes and works well with the sweet malt. There is a touch of general fruitiness as well, but it's hard to pick out exact notes. As with whiskey, when wheat is used, it often gives drinks a softer and creamier mouthfeel than other grains."
Schlenkerla Weizen is a Rauchbier made from malt dried over a smoky fire and also a Bavarian wheat beer, combining smoky and wheat characteristics. The beer pours dark brown with an amber tinge when light passes through. The aroma features prominent smokiness alongside banana and yeast. On the palate, the smoke supports rather than overwhelms, while caramel and sweet malt provide distinctive flavors and a subtle, hard-to-identify fruitiness. Wheat contributes a softer, creamier mouthfeel that contrasts the earthy, smoky notes. The beer remains approachable and versatile, suitable for cookouts and many drinking occasions.
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