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Everything we have from Weihenstephaner
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The weissbier glass, and a smaller glass next to it
Weissbier calls for a tall, slender glass of half a litre. That is not just habit: the shape holds the thick head of foam that belongs to this beer. A 50 centilitre bottle of weissbier fits in in one go, foam and all.
We have that 50 centilitre glass in stock, and also a 30 centilitre beer glass for those who prefer to pour a smaller glass. Both available individually, even if you only need one.
The two glasses we stock
Weihenstephaner Bierglas 50 cl
The big 50-centilitre glass, meant for weissbier. A whole bottle fits in at once.
€ 3,99
Weihenstephaner Glas
The 30 centilitre beer glass according to the product page. The smaller size, plenty in stock.
€ 3,89
Why a wheat beer glass is tall and slim
- The glass in brief
- 50 clThe traditional size for weissbier.
- Tall and slimWith a widening top.
- Foam headWhat the shape is meant for.
- 45 degreesThe angle at which you pour.
The traditional weizen glass holds half a litre and is tall and narrow, with a top that widens again. That shape is there to hold the foam head, and that head belongs with wheat beer.
Pouring is therefore different from pilsner. You rinse the glass first, hold it at an angle of about 45 degrees and pour most of the bottle out calmly. Leave about a centimetre of beer in the bottle, stand the glass upright, swirl the bottle so the yeast sediment comes loose and add that last bit. This way the yeast enters the beer like a cloud and you get the head you want.
Weihenstephan itself is in Freising, Bavaria. The Benedictine monastery was granted the right to brew in 1040; in 1803 the brewing rights and property passed to the state of Bavaria, and since 1921 the brewery has been called Bayerische Staatsbrauerei. Its claim to be the oldest brewery in the world is disputed: the authenticity of the 1040 charter is in question.
The slim, tall shape is there to hold the foam head.
Which glass do you choose?
Do you pour weissbier from a 50 centilitre bottle? Then the 50 centilitre glass is the intended size. A whole bottle fits in at once, including the foam.
Would you like a smaller glass? The 30 centilitre beer glass is the other size we carry. Handy if you taste several beers or simply prefer to pour smaller.
Not sure? Call 0570 541 278 or drop in at Brink 2 in Bathmen.
Frequently asked questions about Weihenstephaner glasses
How many centilitres does the Weihenstephaner glass hold?
We have two sizes: a glass of 50 centilitres, the size for weissbier, and a beer glass of 30 centilitres.
Does ’t Bockje sell the glasses individually or in sets of six?
Sold individually, per piece. Order one if you need one; if you want six, order six.
Which glass goes with weissbier?
The 50 centilitre glass. Weissbier goes in a tall, slim half-litre glass that widens at the top, because that shape holds the head of foam.
How do you pour weissbier into this glass?
Rinse the glass, hold it at about 45 degrees and slowly pour most of the bottle. Leave about a centimetre of beer in the bottle, set the glass upright, swirl the bottle to loosen the yeast sediment and pour it in last.
How many glasses does ’t Bockje have in stock?
Of the 50 centilitre glass there are 54 and of the 30 centilitre glass 120. The current stock is in the online shop.
Can I collect the glasses in Bathmen?
Yes. You can always order online or collect at Brink 2, or simply drop in during opening hours.
Order, collect or drop by
- In stock in our shop at Brink 2 in Bathmen
- Available to order online and have delivered, including abroad
- Order online or collect in Bathmen
- Personal advice via 0570 541 278 or info@bockje.nl
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday 09.00–18.00, Saturday 09.00–17.00. Closed Monday and Sunday
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Brink 2, Bathmen
All our stock is in the shop, not in a warehouse somewhere else. If you walk in with a name you couldn't find anywhere, it is often simply here on the shelf. You can also call: 0570 541 278.
Wij verkopen geen alcohol aan personen onder de 18 jaar. NIX18
- Tuesday to Friday 09.00 – 18.00
- Saturday 09.00 – 17.00
- Monday and Sunday closed