There’s something about wheat beer that just works in St. Louis. Maybe it’s our German brewing roots. Maybe it’s the humidity that makes us crave something light and refreshing by June. Or maybe it’s because wheat beers hit a sweet spot that so many craft drinkers are rediscovering right now: flavorful, approachable beer that doesn’t punch you in the face with hops.
For years, wheat beers quietly lived in the shadow of IPAs and barrel-aged monsters. But lately, they’re everywhere again. Fruited wheats, radlers, Belgian wits, hefeweizens, hoppy wheats, patio beers, brunch beers—you name it.
And honestly, this city has always brewed them well. Whether you love classic banana-and-clove hefeweizens, citrusy Belgian wits, or fruit-forward summer crushers, here’s your guide to the best wheat beers in and around St. Louis right now.
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CLASSIC HEFEWEIZENS
Schnickelfritz | Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
German Hefeweizen | 5.0%
Maybe the most underrated beer in Urban Chestnut’s lineup. Schnickelfritz nails everything you want from a traditional German hefeweizen: banana, clove, soft wheat malt, and just enough citrus brightness to keep it lively. On a hot St. Louis patio, this thing absolutely shines.
Hefeweizen Unfiltered Wheat | Schlafly Beer
Hefeweizen | 4.4%
For a lot of St. Louis drinkers, this was their gateway into craft wheat beer. Brewed with American winter wheat and Tettnang hops, it drinks soft and smooth with gentle spice and citrus. Still one of the easiest local beers to recommend to someone “trying craft beer.”
Waterloo Wheat | Stubborn German Brewing
Hefeweizen | 5.0%
Big banana-and-clove energy here, but balanced enough that it never turns into bubblegum overload. Bready malt, soft texture, and true-to-style German character make this one worth the drive.
Bavarian Hefeweizen | Six Mile Bridge Brewery
Hefeweizen | 5.2%
A straightforward, true-to-style Bavarian wheat beer from Six Mile Bridge. Expect classic banana and clove aromas with a smooth, fluffy wheat body and soft carbonation that keeps everything refreshing. It’s the kind of beer that reminds you why hefeweizens became summer staples in the first place.
Simon Bavarian Style Hefeweizen | 2nd Shift Brewing
Hefeweizen | 5.2%
Brewed in honor of the brewery cat Simon’s “gotcha day,” this traditional Bavarian-style hefeweizen brings all the classic notes you want from the style: banana, soft clove spice, fluffy wheat texture, and a refreshing finish. Equal parts tribute beer and warm-weather crusher.
Bananas & Blow | Bluewood Brewing
Hefeweizen | 5.7%
A textbook Bavarian hefeweizen with a little extra personality. Brewed with Bluewood’s proprietary yeast blend, Bananas & Blow layers banana esters, bubblegum sweetness, and light clove spice over a smooth wheat body. It’s classic German wheat beer with a playful edge.
BELGIAN WITS & SPICED WHEATS
Hibiscus Wit | 2nd Shift Brewing
Belgian Witbier | 5.2%
There are beers you remember forever, and this is one of them for me. Floral hibiscus plays beautifully against the coriander and orange peel base, creating something refreshing, tart, and wildly drinkable. Still one of the best warm-weather beers brewed in STL.
Passing Clouds | Rockwell Beer Co.
Witbier | 5.2%
Three kinds of wheat build the soft body here, while coriander, curaçao orange peel, and grains of paradise add citrus and spice. Bright, fluffy, and incredibly clean. A sneaky contender for best patio beer in the city.
Ophelia’s Wit | Third Wheel Brewing
Belgian Witbier | 5.4%
A classic witbier with a memorable twist: rosemary. The herbaceous note works shockingly well alongside the coriander and orange peel, giving this beer a slightly piney edge that sticks with you.
Belgian White | Good News Brewing
Belgian Witbier | 5.5%
One of the brewery’s early standout beers. Brewed traditionally with orange peel and coriander, this is the kind of easy-drinking wheat beer that disappears quickly during brunch or on the golf course.
Half Wit Wheat | Charleville Brewing
Belgian-American Hybrid Wheat | 4.5%
Part American wheat, part Belgian wit, and built for summer. Orange peel and coriander keep things bright while the wheat base keeps it smooth and refreshing.
AMERICAN & HONEY WHEATS
Circle 7 American Wheat | The Civil Life Brewing Company
American Pale Wheat | 5.5%
Clean, crisp, and quietly excellent, Circle 7 American Wheat strips away the banana-and-clove character of traditional German hefes and instead lets soft grain and subtle fruitiness lead the way. Brewed originally for Circle 7 Taphouse and Grill, this is classic American wheat beer done right—refreshing, dry, and endlessly drinkable.
Knights Who Say Wheat | Two Plumbers Brewery + Arcade
Wheat Beer – Other | 4.7%
A playful beer with serious patio energy. Brewed with Cascade and Centennial hops, Knights Who Say Wheat leans into bright lemony citrus while keeping the soft, easy-drinking body of an American wheat ale. Light, smooth, and just nerdy enough to fit the brewery’s arcade-loving personality.
Farm Buzz Ale | Piney River Brewing Company
Honey Wheat Ale | 5%
Honey wheat beers helped introduce a generation of Midwestern drinkers to craft beer, and Farm Buzz is a reminder of why the style still works. Brewed with local Missouri honey, this ale balances soft wheat malt with gentle floral sweetness and a crisp, clean finish that never gets heavy.
Sunset Wheat | After Hours Brewing Company
American Wheat | 5%
Simple, clean, and built for warm weather, Sunset Wheat leans into everything that makes American wheat beers so approachable. Light-bodied with subtle citrus notes and an easy finish, this is the kind of pint that disappears fast on a patio.
FRUIT WHEATS & RADLERS
Big Shark Grapefruit Radler | Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
This might be the ultimate St. Louis summer beer.
Inspired by the German radler tradition—where beer is blended with citrus soda—Big Shark Grapefruit is bright, crisp, lightly sweet, and absurdly refreshing. It’s built for bike rides, patios, and Cardinals pregames.
And yes, there’s history here. The radler dates back to 1920s Germany, when an innkeeper supposedly mixed beer with lemon soda after nearly running out of beer while serving thousands of cyclists.
A century later, St. Louis still can’t get enough.
Big Shark Tangerine Radler | Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
A slightly softer, sweeter sibling to Grapefruit Big Shark. Tangerine pushes more juicy citrus character while keeping the same easy-drinking, low-bitterness vibe that makes radlers perfect for STL heat.
Raspberry Hefeweizen | Schlafly Beer
Fruit Wheat | 4.1%
One of the OG local fruit wheats. Raspberry aroma jumps immediately from the glass, but the beer stays balanced and refreshing rather than syrupy. Schlafly calls it “brewers’ summer water,” and honestly, they’re not wrong.
Wheach | Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
Peach Wheat | 5.1%
One of the most beloved local wheat beers of the last decade is back. Originally brewed by O’Fallon Brewery, Wheach has returned thanks to Urban Chestnut, and it’s now pouring again at UCBC’s Grove Brewery & Bierhall. If you’ve had it before, you already know the deal: soft wheat character, ripe peach flavor, low bitterness, and pure backyard beer energy. For a lot of St. Louis drinkers, this beer tastes like summer nostalgia.
Peachy Pipe Dream | 4 Hands Brewing Co.
Peach Wheat Ale | 4.5%
Bright peach flavor meets a soft wheat backbone in this seasonal from 4 Hands. Juicy without becoming overly sweet, Peachy Pipe Dream leans into easy-drinking summer beer territory with low bitterness and just enough fruit to keep things playful.
Oh, Hawaii | Square One Brewery
Fruit Wheat | 4.75%
Pineapple-forward without becoming overly sweet. Tropical fruit and wheat malt work beautifully together here, making this one feel like vacation beer.
Purple Rain | Four Towns Brewing Company
Fruited American Wheat | 5%
Blackberries and wheat beer are an underrated combination, and Purple Rain proves it. Brewed with fresh blackberries, this American wheat ale balances tart berry character with a soft, crisp wheat base that keeps the fruit refreshing instead of jammy.
MODERN & HOPPY WHEATS
Contact High Hoppy Wheat Ale | 4 Hands Brewing Co.
Hoppy Wheat Ale | 5%
One of the most important STL wheat beers of the last decade. Originally released in 2012, Contact High helped show how beautifully citrus, hops, and wheat could work together. Brewed with orange zest and dry-hopped with American hops, it still drinks fresh, bright, and dangerously easy.
Vape Trix | Interruption Brewing
Wheat Beer – Other
A modern, hop-forward wheat beer that drinks somewhere between a soft IPA and a hazy pale ale. Brewed with Citra, El Dorado, and Strata hops over a pillowy wheat-heavy grain bill, Vape Trix layers tropical fruit, citrus, and soft melon notes with a fluffy texture and smooth finish.
This is wheat beer through a modern haze lens.
Citrus Wheat | Old Bakery Beer
American Wheat | 4.7%
Part American wheat, part Belgian wit, and entirely summer-ready. Lemon peel, orange peel, coriander, and chamomile give this beer layers of citrus and floral character without weighing it down.
