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Where is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier brewed?

Genuine import Verified Last checked 5 September 2026

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier is genuinely imported from Germany, at the same strength as at home.

5.4%
UK
5.4%
Germany
The UK version matches the strength sold in Germany.
Brewed for the UK in
Imported from Germany
Imported
Sold as a beer from Bavarian state brewery branding, 'world's oldest brewery' claim
Brewed in (country)
Germany
Brand owner
Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan (Bavarian state brewery)
HQ: Freising, Bavaria, Germany
UK rights held by
Not established
UK strength
5.4%
Strength at home (Germany)
5.4%
Sainsbury's UK 50cl lists 5.4% abv, the same as the German product.
Style
Wheat beer
Brand created
1040, Germany
Brewed at home in
Freising, Bavaria, Germany
What the UK label says
“Country of origin: Germany. 'Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan, Freising, Germany'. Carries a Protected Geographical Indication”
Source: www.sainsburys.co.uk

In short

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier is imported. The UK product is brewed at Freising, Bavaria in Germany. It is also the same strength as at home, 5.4%. The brand belongs to Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan (Bavarian state brewery). The label says: "Country of origin: Germany. 'Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan, Freising, Germany'. Carries a Protected Geographical Indication."

Questions people ask

Where is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier brewed?

The UK product is imported. It is brewed at Freising, Bavaria in Germany.

Is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier brewed in the UK?

No. The UK product is brewed in Germany.

Is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier really German?

Yes, on origin: the UK product is brewed in Germany.

Who owns Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier?

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier is owned by Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan (Bavarian state brewery), headquartered in Freising, Bavaria, Germany.

What strength is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier in the UK?

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier is 5.4% ABV in the UK. In Germany it is 5.4%.

Is Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier weaker in the UK than in Germany?

No. It is 5.4% in both the UK and Germany.

See also

Every beer sold as Germany

Sources

  1. Sainsbury's (sainsburys.co.uk), 5 September 2026: 5.4% abv, Germany origin, Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan Freising