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WEIHENSTEPHANER Weihenstephaner Original Helles 50Cl 5.1%

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Weihenstephaner Original Helles is a classic Munich Helles Lager brewed by Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan, the world’s oldest brewery. At 5.1% ABV, this golden German craft beer delivers smooth malt flavour, gentle hop balance, and crisp drinkability, making it one of the finest examples of the style. As part of our German Beer collection at TheCru.ie, it’s a must-try for fans of craft beer Ireland or anyone shopping through a craft beer shop Dublin.

Pouring pale gold with a lasting white head, Original Helles offers aromas of freshly baked bread, light honey, and soft floral hops. The flavour is clean and balanced, showcasing gentle malt sweetness and a subtle hop finish that makes it endlessly drinkable. Brewed under the strict Reinheitsgebot (German Purity Law), it embodies both tradition and quality.

Perfect for those browsing craft beer online or looking for craft beer delivered, this Helles is highly versatile: refreshing on its own or paired with food, it’s a true everyday classic. With roots dating back to 1040, Weihenstephan continues to set the global standard for Helles lagers, combining centuries of brewing heritage with modern quality.

For more inspiration, explore our Belgian Beer and Irish Craft Beer collections, or browse more lagers for additional refreshing options.

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Beer Style: Munich Helles Lager
ABV: 5.1%

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About This Beer
Weihenstephaner Original Helles is a flagship Munich Helles Lager brewed by Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan in Freising, Bavaria. Recognised as the world’s oldest brewery, with roots tracing back to 1040, Weihenstephan is synonymous with brewing excellence. Original Helles sits at 5.1% ABV and exemplifies the style’s smooth malt character and crisp finish. As part of our German Beer selection at TheCru.ie, it’s a beer that craft beer Dublin drinkers and fans of craft beer online should not miss.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Pale golden with brilliant clarity and a foamy white head.

  • Aroma: Fresh bread, light honey, and subtle floral hops.

  • Flavour: Smooth malt sweetness balanced by delicate hop bitterness and a clean, refreshing finish.

  • Mouthfeel: Light to medium-bodied with crisp carbonation and exceptional drinkability.

About the Brewery
Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan has brewed beer for nearly a millennium, combining tradition with innovation. Situated in Freising, Bavaria, the brewery was officially founded in 1040, making it the oldest continuously operating brewery in the world. Its range of lagers and wheat beers have become benchmarks for their styles, influencing brewers globally.

The Original Helles remains one of the brewery’s most enduring beers. True to the Munich Helles tradition, it is designed for everyday enjoyment: balanced, approachable, and consistently refreshing. Brewed to the Reinheitsgebot standards, it reflects the purity and quality of German brewing heritage.

Food Pairings
Weihenstephaner Original Helles is versatile with food. Pair it with roast chicken, schnitzel, or sausages for a Bavarian-inspired meal, or enjoy it with seafood, salads, or soft cheeses. Its light malt character also makes it a superb match for pizza or fresh bread with cheese and charcuterie.

If you love this style, why not explore our lager, pilsner and helles range to discover more refreshing options?

Browse our Belgian Beer, German Beer, Irish Craft Beer, or Beer Kegs collections to explore further.

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