Weitra Bräu Das Helle Bier

Weitra Bräu Das Helle is a traditional Austrian lager beer produced by Bierwerkstatt Weitra, a small private brewery located in the town of Weitra in the Waldviertel region of Lower Austria. The brewery has been brewing since 1321, making it one of the oldest in Austria. The beer is characterized by its strong malt aromas, complemented by fresh, fruity hop notes and a hint of honey fragrance. It has an alcohol content of 5.0% and an original gravity of 11.8° Plato. The beer is brewed using water, barley malt, and hops, with the hop variety being Waldviertler Tradition and the malt varieties being Waldviertler Pilsner and Cara hell. The yeast used is a bottom-fermenting strain. The beer is noted for its fine-pored and creamy foam, refreshing carbonation, and balanced body with a slight sweetness and mild bitterness. It is recommended to be served at a temperature of 7-8°C and has a shelf life of 8 months in bottles and 6 months in kegs. The brewery is part of the Zwettler Brauerei group, a privately owned brewery in Austria known for producing traditional beers. The Zwettler Brauerei is headquartered in Austria and is the ultimate owner of the Weitra Bräu brand. There are no known subsidiaries owning the brand locally.