As one of the world's biggest makers of beer, Germans take pride with different beer styles.
Ordering a beer is not a matter of mentioning the popular brand name. There are varied
tastes to consider when it comes to German beers. With such a wide selection, you better
get acquainted to some of the best.
Berliner Weisse
Berliner Weisse is a wheat beer with lower alcohol content. Because of its refreshing
taste and foamy head, it is dubbed as the "champagne of German beers." The tart flavor of
this beer makes it a good combination with raspberry and can also be enjoyed with steaks.
Altbier
Altbier is a popular variety of German beer. This beer has a bitter taste you're sure to
distinguish in the end. This can be a light to medium-bodied beer. Unlike other beers,
it's not too overwhelming. It's not too bitter or malty but has a bit of fruity, dry
flavor. It is often recommended with meat dishes, like roasts and steaks, and cheese.
Bock
Most bocks are known for their full-bodied nature and malty lager. It is high in alcohol
content. It comes with different sub-varieties including helles bock and eisbock. German
beer drinkers recommend drinking it like a port wine. A good combination for this beer
would be strong cheeses, steaks, and game dishes.
Germany has some of the best-tasting beers, so never miss a chance to sample some of them on
your trip.
