Monday, June 1, 2026

Weihenstephaner Helles

Helles is a great example of the style.

BeerAdvocate
Quaffable, mild, Bavarian – as a true Helles should be. Available in cans!

Weihenstephaner Helles was first introduced in May 2020 to Germany after a full year of preparation to fine tune the recipe for release. Winning Gold at the European Beer Star awards in Fall 2020, Weihenstephaner Helles is a 4.8% ABV Session Helles Lager that is an easy drinker with full flavor. Brewed with Bavarian malting barley and aroma hops from the Hallertau. A crowd pleaser with a light body and clean crisp finish, that will make you want to crush another.

OG: 11.1
IBUs: 16
Hops: Hallertau Select and Sapphire

Tasting notes
20260601: I write from memory. Chris and Emily bought a 4-pack for our visit. I liked it a lot. It drinks easy and balances a little sweetness with some subtle hops. The rating may be too harsh because memories fade but I think I remember thinking it was not as good as a good pilsner.

Rating: 4 glasses


 

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