Golden Road Hefeweizen
Golden Road Brewing
Story by:
Chris Guest
Hefeweizen / Weissbier
Year-Round
California
United States
Judges Ratings 92
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 36 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20
Description
Golden Road Hefeweizen was brewed with a Californian twist — the addition of dried, locally grown, organic citrus to a Bavarian classic. After the initial banana and clove, expect tart citrus, a medium body and a dry finish that will leave you thinking about that next sip.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 4.60%
IBUs: 15
Served at: ()
Hops: German Tradition, Cascade, Northern Brewer
Malts: Two-Row, Malted Wheat, Unmalted Wheat, Honey Malt
Judges Review
By Michael Heniff
Judges Ratings 92
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 36 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20 / 20
This Hefeweizen is very true to style — highlighting the classical flavors of esters, phenolics, and malted wheat while restraining hops throughout. The aroma begins with a nearly even balance of medium-light bubblegum ester, clove phenolic, and bready wheat. Sporting a typical Hefeweizen haze, this golden beer holds a long-lasting, mousse-like white head. The flavor of the beer holds a similar balance to the aroma, with moderate bready and grainy wheat, bubblegum esters with a hint of banana, and clove phenolics. The beer finishes with a light bitterness, a lingering bready malt, and clove phenolics. Again, this beer has all of the classic elements of a Hefeweizen in perfect harmony.
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