How to Store Beer and How Long It Really Keeps
By German Beer
There’s nothing quite like opening a good German beer, especially when it’s been stored at the right temperature and tastes exactly as the brewer intended. But how long can you...
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Going Alcohol-Free This October? 7 German Beers Worth Trying
By German Beer
October is the perfect excuse to explore the world of alcohol-free German beer. With campaigns like Sober October encouraging people to take a break from drinking while raising money for...
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Best German Beers for Autumn Evenings
By German Beer
Autumn calls for a different kind of beer. As evenings get darker and temperatures start to drop, crisp summer lagers can make way for something maltier, darker and a little...
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Beer Kegs for Parties, Weddings and Events: A Practical Guide
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Planning the drinks for a party, wedding or event gets much easier once you know how far a keg will go. German beer kegs are available in handy sizes including...
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The Big Six Oktoberfest Breweries: Meet Munich’s Official Beer Makers
By German Beer
Oktoberfest is the world’s biggest beer festival, yet only six breweries are allowed to serve their beer inside the official tents in Munich. Augustiner, Hacker-Pschorr, Hofbräu, Löwenbräu, Paulaner and Spaten...
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Helles Guide: Munich’s Everyday Lager
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Munich has given beer drinkers plenty of famous styles, but few are as closely tied to everyday Bavarian drinking as Helles. Pale, smooth and malt-led, Helles fills beer halls, gardens...
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Oktoberfest 2026: Your Complete Guide
By German Beer
Every September, the Bavarian capital of Munich transforms into the world’s largest beer hall. Oktoberfest is a showcase of German brewing excellence, and a celebration of food, music, and community....
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Why Does Oktoberfest Beer Taste Different? (Compared to Regular Lager)
By German Beer
If you’ve ever poured an authentic Oktoberfest beer into a glass and wondered why it tastes richer, smoother and more satisfying than your usual lager, you’re not imagining it. Although...
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Why Helles Lager Becomes So Popular in Hot Weather
By German Beer
When the temperatures rise, beer drinkers naturally start looking for something lighter, more refreshing and easier to enjoy in the sunshine. While darker lagers, wheat beers and stronger styles all...
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Summer Beer Traditions From Across Germany
By German Beer
Summer and a cold, refreshing beer are the perfect partnership, with many people around the world developing their own traditions for a hot day. There aren’t many cultures that have...
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The Best German Beers to Drink During The 2026 World Cup
By German Beer
Few sporting events bring people together quite like the FIFA World Cup. Gardens fill with the sound of commentary, barbecues stay lit long after sunset, and living rooms become matchday...
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What Makes German Lager Taste So Crisp And Refreshing?
By German Beer
On a scorching UK summer day, there’s nothing better than lounging around in the garden with a cold beer. When you’re looking for that perfectly light and refreshing drink, you...
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5 German Beers to Pair with BBQ
By German Beer
Nothing suits a summer BBQ quite like a cold German beer. Crisp lagers, refreshing wheat beers, and smoky specialty brews all bring something different to grilled food, making German beer...
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