Question, which wheat yeast?

[DrinkinSurfer]

Which yeast produces the heavy banana/bubble gum esters found in beers like Ayinger's Ur-Weisse (their dunkel)? I am trying to avoid citrus and peppery flavors. Thanks for the help, I haven't ventured into this category yet and want to get it right with the yeast the first time around.

 

[Nateo]

Weihenstephan 68 would be my vote. Wyeast 3068 or WLP300

 

[Reno_Raines]

Wyeast 3068 works for me.

 

[DrinkNoH2O]

Yup, 3068/300 is the epitome of the banana/clove flavored hefeweizen yeast.

If you're trying to avoid citrusy/peppery flavors choosing the proper Noble hop is important. Keep it under 20 IBUs.

 

[DrinkinSurfer]

Thanks for the input. I was leaning towards 3068/300 but just wanted to confirm it with some experience. Thanks again.