Schofferhofer Pomegranate 6Pk

Schöfferhofer Pomegranate 6Pk is a German Hefeweizen-fruit beer blend at 2.5% ABV, sold in a six-pack of 11.2 oz (330ml) bottles. Billed as the world's first Hefeweizen pomegranate beer, this radler-style hybrid from Binding-Brauerei AG combines authentic unfiltered wheat beer with real pomegranate juice in equal measure.

Quick Facts: ABV: 2.5%  |  Origin: Frankfurt am Main, Germany  |  Style: Hefeweizen-Pomegranate Radler  |  Brewery: Binding-Brauerei AG (Radeberger Gruppe)

Production & Heritage

Binding-Brauerei AG, based in Frankfurt am Main, is one of Germany's established brewing operations and falls under the Radeberger Gruppe umbrella. The Schöfferhofer Pomegranate expression is built on a strict 50/50 formula: half authentic unfiltered German Hefeweizen brewed with water, wheat malt, barley malt, hops, and yeast in accordance with the Reinheitsgebot (German purity law), and half pomegranate juice. This even split between beer and fruit juice accounts for its notably low 2.5% ABV and positions it as a sessionable, fruit-forward alternative within the Schöfferhofer range, which first gained widespread recognition with its Grapefruit variant in 2014.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Pomegranate leads immediately, supported by suggestions of ripe raspberry and cranberry. Underneath the fruit, subtle Hefeweizen character emerges with faint banana and a whisper of bubble gum sweetness.

Taste: The entry is bright and moderately sweet, with pomegranate juice flooding the palate right away. Mid-palate, the wheat beer base asserts itself through notes of banana, apple, and vanilla, amplifying the overall fruitiness rather than competing with it. The body stays light, and lively carbonation keeps everything crisp and moving.

Finish: Short and clean, with a mild pomegranate tang that fades into a gentle hint of wheat. No lingering bitterness — the finish resets the palate quickly, inviting the next sip.

How to Drink Schöfferhofer Pomegranate

Serve well chilled, straight from the bottle or poured into a tall Weizen glass to showcase its hazy appearance and effervescence. At 2.5% ABV, this is a drink designed for relaxed, extended sessions rather than contemplative sipping.

• Pomegranate Shandy Spritz: Top with a splash of sparkling water and a squeeze of lime for an even lighter warm-weather cooler.
• Beer Mimosa: Replace traditional orange juice champagne cocktails with Schöfferhofer Pomegranate for a low-ABV brunch alternative that already carries its own fruit sweetness.
• Frozen Radler Slush: Blend with ice for a simple frozen beer cocktail — the pomegranate sweetness and light body hold up well when iced down.

Best For

• Poolside or backyard barbecue sessions where low ABV and easy drinkability matter
• Introducing non-beer drinkers to wheat beer through a fruit-forward gateway
• Brunch gatherings as a lighter alternative to mimosas or bellinis
• Hot-weather drinking when full-strength beers feel too heavy

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Schöfferhofer Pomegranate taste like? It tastes predominantly of sweet pomegranate juice layered over a soft, bready wheat beer base, with secondary notes of raspberry, banana, and vanilla. The overall impression is fruity, moderately sweet, and very light-bodied with bright carbonation.

How does Schöfferhofer Pomegranate compare to Schöfferhofer Grapefruit? Both share the same 50/50 Hefeweizen-to-juice formula and 2.5% ABV, but the Grapefruit version leans tart and citrus-driven while the Pomegranate is noticeably sweeter with berry-forward character. Schöfferhofer Grapefruit debuted in 2014 and remains the brand's flagship fruit variant, while the Pomegranate expression extends the lineup for drinkers who prefer a sweeter profile.

Is Schöfferhofer Pomegranate good for beginners? Yes — its low 2.5% ABV, prominent fruit sweetness, and minimal hop bitterness make it one of the most approachable beer-based drinks available, especially for those who typically prefer juice or cider over traditional beer.

Where is Schöfferhofer Pomegranate made? It is brewed by Binding-Brauerei AG in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The brewery operates under Radeberger Gruppe, one of Germany's largest brewing conglomerates.

What foods pair well with Schöfferhofer Pomegranate? Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers, where the fruit sweetness complements char and smoke. Fresh summer salads with goat cheese and berry vinaigrette echo the pomegranate notes. Light Middle Eastern dishes like hummus and falafel work well with the beer's gentle wheat backbone. Fruit tarts or berry sorbets mirror the drink's dessert-like sweetness without overwhelming it.

What sizes does Schöfferhofer Pomegranate come in? This product is a six-pack of 11.2 oz (330ml) bottles, which is the standard format for the Schöfferhofer fruit beer range.

Is Schöfferhofer Pomegranate worth the price? Schöfferhofer Pomegranate sits in the affordable import tier, priced competitively with other European fruit radlers and shandy-style beers. For a genuine German Hefeweizen blended with real pomegranate juice at an easy-drinking ABV, it represents solid value within its category.

Why Schöfferhofer Pomegranate?

Positioned as the world's first Hefeweizen pomegranate beer, this expression fills a specific gap between traditional wheat beers and fruit-flavored alternatives. The 50/50 blend of Reinheitsgebot-compliant Hefeweizen and actual pomegranate juice gives it more authenticity than many fruit beers that rely on artificial flavorings. Its 2.5% ABV makes it genuinely sessionable in a way that most craft fruit beers at 4-6% cannot match. For drinkers who found the Schöfferhofer Grapefruit too tart, the Pomegranate delivers the same German wheat beer foundation with a sweeter, berry-driven twist — holding an 80 on BeerAdvocate and a 3.4 on Untappd from over 15,000 ratings.