903 Brewers Chirps Berliner Weisse 6Pk

903 Brewers Chirps Berliner Weisse 6Pk is a tart, kettle-soured wheat ale from Sherman, Texas, packaged as a six-pack of 12 oz cans. Part of 903 Brewers’ acclaimed sour lineup, this Berliner Weisse reflects the brewery’s reputation as a leading Texas craft producer named the #1 Essential Dallas-area Brewery by Eater.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~6.0% (typical for 903 Berliner Weisse releases) | Origin: Sherman, Texas, USA | Style: Berliner Weisse | Brewery: 903 Brewers

Production & Heritage

903 Brewers was founded in 2011 by Jeremy and Natalie Roberts in Sherman, Texas, taking its name from the local area code. The brewery earned national recognition with a silver medal at the 2015 Great American Beer Festival for its Sasquatch Imperial Chocolate Milk Stout and has since built a devoted following around its Slushy Sour series and Berliner Weisse releases. As a Berliner Weisse, Chirps follows the German-rooted tradition of a low-gravity, wheat-heavy grain bill fermented with a kettle-souring step that develops the style’s signature lactic tartness before a clean ale fermentation finishes the beer.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Expect bright lactic acidity on the nose, followed by soft wheat-grain sweetness and a hint of fresh bread crust. The aromatics remain clean and restrained, in keeping with the Berliner Weisse tradition.

Taste: The entry is brisk and tart, with lemony acidity giving way to a light wheat body on the mid-palate. A gentle doughy sweetness balances the sourness, keeping the beer approachable without masking its tangy character.

Finish: Crisp and dry, the finish drops off quickly with lingering citric tartness. The low residual sweetness makes each sip feel refreshing and encourages another.

How to Drink Chirps Berliner Weisse

Serve well-chilled at 3845F in a wide-mouthed glass or tumbler to capture the delicate aromatics. Drink it straight from the can on a hot day for maximum refreshment.

• Berliner Weisse mit Schuss: The classic German serve add a splash of raspberry or woodruff syrup to complement the base tartness.
• Sour Shandy: Mix half-and-half with fresh lemonade for an easy-drinking summer cooler that builds on the beer’s citric profile.
• Weisse Spritz: Top with a splash of sparkling water and a lemon wheel for an effervescent, lower-ABV alternative to a wine spritzer.

Best For

• Introducing craft-curious drinkers to sour beer styles
• Backyard barbecues and warm-weather cookouts in Texas heat
• Pairing with brunch dishes that call for bright acidity
• Building a tasting flight alongside other 903 Brewers sour releases

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chirps Berliner Weisse taste like? It delivers a bright, lactic tartness balanced by soft wheat sweetness, finishing crisp and dry with a lemony tang characteristic of the Berliner Weisse style.

How does Chirps compare to other 903 Brewers sours? While 903’s Slushy Sour series often features heavy fruit additions and higher sweetness, Chirps follows a more traditional Berliner Weisse profile that emphasizes clean lactic acidity over fruit-forward flavor.

Is Chirps Berliner Weisse good for sour beer beginners? Yes Berliner Weisse is one of the most approachable sour styles due to its light body, moderate tartness, and relatively low ABV, making it a strong starting point for anyone exploring sour beer.

Where is Chirps Berliner Weisse made? It is brewed by 903 Brewers in Sherman, Texas, a city located about 70 miles north of Dallas in the North Texas region.

What foods pair well with Chirps Berliner Weisse? Fresh goat cheese salads mirror the beer’s acidity; smoked salmon benefits from its palate-cleansing tartness; fish tacos with lime crema echo the citrus notes; eggs Benedict with hollandaise find balance against the lactic sourness; and stone-fruit desserts like peach cobbler complement the wheat sweetness.

What sizes does Chirps Berliner Weisse come in? This release is packaged as a six-pack of 12 oz cans, consistent with the standard format for 903 Brewers’ distributed lineup.

Is Chirps Berliner Weisse worth the price? It positions in the everyday craft tier accessible pricing for a well-executed sour from a brewery with proven credibility in the style, making it a solid value for fans of tart wheat ales.

Why Chirps Berliner Weisse?

903 Brewers has built one of the strongest sour programs in Texas, and Chirps Berliner Weisse channels that expertise into a sessionable, style-true format. The brewery’s GABF medal-winning track record lends credibility across its entire range. Where many American Berliner Weisses lean heavily on fruit purees, this release highlights the foundational appeal of the style clean tartness, wheat grain character, and dry drinkability. For anyone seeking a straightforward, well-made Texas sour without the bells and whistles, this six-pack delivers.