{"title":"Wheat Beer Homebrew Kits","description":"  ","products":[{"product_id":"recipe-kit-october-fest-wheat-weihenstephaner-weissbier","title":"Recipe Kit October Fest Wheat - Weihenstephaner Weissbier","description":"\u003cp\u003eOctober Fest Wheat is a timeless classic and one of our most celebrated wheat beer kits. This Bavarian-style hefeweizen delivers a truly authentic German wheat beer experience — cloudy, effervescent, and packed with the signature yeast-driven character that defines the style. Brewed with Bavarian wheat malt extract, our proprietary wheat blend, noble Saaz hops, and a bold Bavarian wheat yeast, this recipe faithfully captures the aroma, flavour, and mouthfeel of the finest German hefeweizens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to brew 21 litres of Bavarian hefeweizen is included: Bavarian wheat malt extract, our proprietary wheat malt blend, Saaz hop pellets, and M20 Bavarian wheat yeast. Full step-by-step brew day instructions with all measurements are included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana esters and clove with a soft wheat backdrop.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and fruity with classic banana\/clove character and a light, spicy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale gold with natural haze and a lasting white head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bavarian Hefeweizen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bavarian Wheat extract plus Wheat Malt Blend for soft body and haze.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saaz adds subtle floral spice and light bitterness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYeast:\u003c\/strong\u003e M20 Bavarian Wheat – bold banana and clove expression.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24°C\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.044 \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.010 – 1.012\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4.8%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21L\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malt Extract Beer Kit with hop tea addition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana esters and clove with a soft wheat backdrop.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and fruity with classic banana\/clove character and a light, spicy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale gold with natural haze and a lasting white head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eGerman wheat beer lovers who want to brew the real thing at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSummer drinking — this is one of the most refreshing styles in the craft beer world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBrewers looking to explore classic European wheat beer styles with an authentic, proven recipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch1\u003e FAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat style of beer is this kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOctober Fest Wheat is a Bavarian hefeweizen — a traditional German wheat beer known for its natural haze, banana and clove character from the yeast, and smooth, refreshing body. It’s one of the world’s great beer styles and a joy to brew at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the beer taste of banana and clove?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThose flavours come entirely from the yeast. The M20 Bavarian Wheat yeast is a traditional German strain that naturally produces isoamyl acetate (banana ester) and 4-vinylguaiacol (clove phenol) during fermentation. These are hallmarks of an authentic hefeweizen — not additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much beer does this kit make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit produces approximately 21 litres — enough for around 28 x 750ml longnecks or 55 x 330ml stubbies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I serve this beer cloudy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the haze is intentional and characteristic of the hefeweizen style. Don’t filter it or leave it to drop crystal clear. Serve it cold in a tall weizen glass, gently swirling the bottle first to rouse the yeast sediment before pouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this kit suitable for someone new to home brewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. October Fest Wheat is a malt extract kit with a clean, straightforward process. The only additional step compared to a basic kit is a hop tea addition, which is easy to do and gives the beer its authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Home Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41994596614221,"sku":"35052","price":59.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35052.jpg?v=1754055329"}],"url":"https:\/\/tdap54-hv.myshopify.com\/collections\/wheat-beer-homebrew-kits.oembed","provider":"Australian Home Brewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}