Erdinger Dunkel is the dark counterpart to Erdinger’s better-known pale Weissbier, brewed at the world’s largest wheat beer brewery in Erding, Bavaria. It follows the Bavarian Purity Law using wheat and barley malt, with darker roasted malts added for color and a fuller body.
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Erdinger Dunkel Review: Taste, Ingredients, and Where to Buy It at a Glance
| Style | Dunkles Weissbier (dark wheat beer) |
| ABV | 5.3% |
| Brewery | Erdinger Weissbrau, Erding, Germany |
| Price | $15.99 for 6 bottles on Saucey |
How It Tastes
Erdinger Dunkel pours deep amber-brown with the same billowing head as any good hefeweizen. The classic banana-and-clove yeast note is still there, but it now sits alongside dark bread, caramel and a light roasted character from the darker malts. The finish is round and soft rather than bitter, with the roast adding weight without turning the beer heavy.
Rich in roasted and fruity notes, with a round, soft and delightfully full taste.
- More depth and body than a standard pale Weissbier
- Roasted malt balances the classic banana-clove yeast note
- Good option for wheat beer fans who want something richer
- Heavier than a typical summer wheat beer
- Less widely stocked than Erdinger’s pale Weissbier
FAQs
What is the difference between Erdinger Weissbier and Erdinger Dunkel?
Weissbier is Erdinger’s pale wheat beer. Dunkel is the dark version, brewed with additional roasted malts for color, body and a caramel-forward flavor.
What is the ABV of Erdinger Dunkel?
5.3% ABV.
Does Erdinger Dunkel taste like a stout?
No. It keeps the classic hefeweizen banana-and-clove yeast character; the darker malts add roast and caramel notes rather than the coffee-forward profile of a stout.
Who owns Erdinger?
Erdinger Weissbrau is privately owned by the Werner Brombach family foundation, based in Erding, Germany.
What kind of beer is Erdinger Dunkel?
A dunkles weissbier, a dark wheat beer that combines the banana-and-clove wheat yeast character with roasted malt sweetness.
How many calories are in Erdinger Dunkel?
About 170 calories per 12oz (355ml) serving, based on Erdinger’s own nutrition data of 48 kcal per 100ml.
Does Erdinger Dunkel have sugar or carbs?
About 3.1g of carbohydrates per 100ml, with under 0.5g of that as sugar. If you are counting carbs, browse our best non-alcoholic beers for lighter options.
Is Erdinger Dunkel gluten free?
No. Erdinger’s own allergen notice states its wheat beers contain both malted barley and wheat.
How can I make Erdinger Dunkel taste better?
Serve it colder than a standard lager gets too cold to appreciate, around 45 to 50°F, or work it into a beer cocktail like a Beer Flip for a dessert-style drink.
What country is Erdinger Dunkel from, and where is it brewed?
It is German, brewed at the Erdinger Weissbrau facility in Erding, Bavaria. See our best German beers guide for more from the same country.
What is Erdinger Dunkel made of, and how is it brewed?
Water, wheat malt, dark roasted barley malt, hops and a top-fermenting wheat yeast. The darker malts are what give it its roasted color and flavor without turning it into a stout. See our best German beers guide for more dunkel and wheat styles.
What is a good alternative to Erdinger Dunkel?
For a lighter wheat beer from the same brewing tradition, our Franziskaner Weissbier review covers the classic pale hefeweizen version.
How much is a 12-pack of Erdinger Dunkel, and where can I buy it?
Saucey sells it as a six-pack of bottles for $15.99, not a 12-pack. Check availability on Saucey.
How do I open Erdinger Dunkel without a bottle opener?
A key, spoon or the edge of another bottle cap will all pop it. Full methods are in our guide to opening a beer without a bottle opener.
What glass should I use for Erdinger Dunkel?
A tall weizen glass works, though a slightly narrower dunkelweizen glass concentrates the roasted aroma better if you have one. See our glassware guide for more.
