Mönchsambacher Hefeweizen

Although the good beers from the Zehendner brewery in Mönchsambach are not brewed by a monk, a monk adorns the logo and labels of all the brews The good-humored clergyman has a friendly smile on his lips and winks mischievously at us His tonsure and cowl clearly identify him as a monk, and the large jug of barley juice also points to this Monks were among the first brewers in our country and brewing was one of their daily tasks It was the secular balance to prayer and contemplation, In addition, the good monastery beer brought in the necessary money for the upkeep of the monastery and for charitable purposes During Lent, beer was the only thing monks consumed

The monk with the cheeky halo in his shadow is the creation of Nuremberg artist Gerd Bauer The cartoonist and illustrator was a friend of the brewery and provided them with the perfect mascot for their fine beer

A favorite of the cheerful monk would certainly be the strong Hefe-Weizen The Bavarian classic is known throughout Franconia and scores with a creamy mouthfeel, complex taste profile and fine spiciness The typical aroma of banana, clove and yeast dough is complemented by herbal hints, subtle citrus fruit and an elegant acidity A stunning wheat beer from Franconia