German bier styles are as varied as they are delicious! Here are just a few we are exploring:
- Pilsner – Lighter in body, drier, and a touch more bitter than its Czech counterparts.
- German Helles – An early German take on a pilsner but more malt-driven & less hoppy than its Czech cousin.
- Mailbock & Traditional Bocks – Strong, malty lager with 6-7% abv and a toasty, bready, slightly sweet flavour.
- Doppelbocks – Stronger, more malty, and darker in colour. Very rich with lots of caramelized sugar flavour notes.
- Wheat Ales – A classic German style. Most commonly Hefeweizens with their cloudy appearance, and banana & clove-like aromas.
- Kolsch – Easy-drinking mild fruity flavoured beer. The Kolsch name is currently protected and only breweries in the city of Cologne can label their beer as a Kolsch.
- Berliner Weisse and Gose – Sour biers with a unique tartness and very refreshing.