Erdinger
Erdinger
Traditional Bavarian Brewing Skills At Its Best
Ask any wheat beer enthusiast what sip leaves them satisfied, and they will surely answer Erdinger.
Known for its exceptional quality and master brewers responsible for creating wheat beer products with a lively taste, this brewery brand is considered one of the largest wheat beer breweries in the world.
Erdinger Brewery draws on decades of experience in the wheat beer industry, most notably traditional Bavarian brewing skills and a double maturity method called Bayrische Edelreifung.
Where is Erdinger Beer brewed?
The private Erdinger Brewery – also called Erdinger Weissbräu – was founded in 1886 by Johann Kienle in Erding, Germany.
However, the brewery would only become known as Erdinger Weissbräu in 1949, when General Manager Franz Brombach changed its name.
Brombach bought the brewery several years before, in 1935, and today, the Brombach name is still synonymous with Erdinger Weissbier.
Who owns Erdinger Brewery?
Franz Brombach’s son, Werner Brombach, has owned the Erdinger Brewery since 1975.
Under his management, Erdinger has maintained the high quality that its wheat beers are known for and the time-honoured traditional Bavarian brewing skills that the brewery follows without fail.
Which beers are brewed at Erdinger?
Erdinger Weissbier has a full range of wheat beer varieties to choose from, including non-alcoholic varieties that are fortified with vitamins.
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Erdinger Weissbier
(5.3% ABV)
This classic beer is considered the crowning glory of the Erdinger range since 1886. It is made according to traditional Bavarian brewing skills and has spicy notes and a lively character.
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Non-alcoholic
This isotonic thirst-quencher uses the same high-quality process as other Erdinger beers. This non-alcoholic beer with its spicy malt notes and caramel notes with only 25 calories per 100 ml.
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Non-alcoholic lemon
Get a taste of lemons with this original non-alcoholic beer. Just as impressive as the original Erdinger non-alcoholic Lemon has tangy notes to enjoy after a busy day at work or even a workout at the gym.
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Non-alcoholic grapefruit
Enjoy a wheat beer with a tropical taste! The non-alcoholic grapefruit wheat beer from has the same sporty character as the original and lemon non-alcoholic flavours, plus the same vitamin boost
Erdinger Urweisse
(4.9% ABV)
Taste true Bavarian style with this wheat beer that has a spicy, hearty character. Its strong Bavarian yeast notes and slight touches of banana and clove make every sip memorable.
Erdinger Dunkel
(5.3% ABV)
Smooth, full-bodied, and with a strong character, Erdinger Dunkel has appealing dark chocolate and plum notes.With its rich flavour and a touch of nuttiness, this dark brown wheat beer has a perfect balance.
Erdinger Kristall
(5.3% ABV)
This lively wheat beer specialty provides a fantastic mouthfeel thanks to a carefully overseen fermentation. Golden-yellow Crystal has hints of fruit and lots of sparkle, making it a great consideration.
Erdinger Pikantus
(7.3% ABV)
With its dark chocolate colour, this wheat bock entices the senses with notes of chocolate, figs, liquorice, and caramel. Its creamy mouthfeel and rich flavours make this sparkling beer a perfect aperitif.
Erdinger Light
(3.1% ABV)
Erdinger Light is a great choice for calorie-conscious wheat beer lovers.
Low in alcohol as well, this beer has a fine acidity and gentle notes of grape and apple.
Erdinger Schneeweisse
(5.6% ABV)
Cozy up to winter with this wheat beer that is available from October to February. Its smooth, strong body, notes of red berries and nuts, and velvety mouthfeel make it an exceptional taste to enjoy during cooler weather.
Erdinger Festweisse
(5.7% ABV)
Enjoy a hearty festival brew with this signature Festweisse!
Aromatic, tangy, and fruity, each smooth sip is highly drinkable – keep it ice-cold in traditional stoneware stein.
What makes Erdinger Weissbier different?
Strictly made according to German Purity Law, each Erdinger wheat beer includes four essential ingredients:
Spring water from two of the brewery’s wells is always used.
The expert brewing team handpicks malt and barley for every brew.
Top hop varieties are selected to give every beer a distinct, slightly bitter edge.
The brewery cultivates the unique brewing yeast that Erdinger is known for.
Experience that bit of Erdinger magic with a brewery tour
For fans of Erdinger’s signature weissbeer products, a brewery tour can reveal so much about the excellence of traditional Bavarian brewing skills.
If you are up to explore the world of the Erdinger brewery inside, you certainly will not be disappointed.
Experience how the beer at this famous brewery is made, how the bottling plant is operated, and why the warehouse is extra cool.
And if you have more questions, visit the cozy visitor center for more information!
The visitor center will also be the spot where you can sip on Erdinger beer accompanied by a traditional Bavarian pub snack, such as white sausages and pretzels.
Bottling plant
If you and your friends plan to do a brewery tour, remember that the bottling plant is not operational from Friday midday to Saturday.
Should you be visiting the brewery on these days, an interesting film can be viewed that showcases the bottling plant’s operations.
Tour times
Together with your beer tasting with a snack, the entire brewery tour will take around three hours.
There are a lot of steps on the route, which means the tour would not be suited for people using wheelchairs.
The tour times for the brewery tours are as follows:
Tuesday – Friday:
10 am/2 pm/6 pm
Saturday:
10 am/2 pm
It is best to book your brewery tour in advance to avoid disappointment.
Everything you need to know about Erdinger
What is Augustiner beer?
The Augustiner range includes helles, export beer, wheat beer, pilsner and dunkel.
The brewery also produces seasonal beers such as the Oktoberfest Bier, Heller Bock, and the Maximator.
Is Augustiner a good beer?
Thanks to its strong beer brewing heritage, Augustiner beer is known as one of the best beers served in the world.
They set the standard for crisp Helles-style lagers that are of the highest quality.
What is the most popular Augustiner beer?
Augustiner Helles Lagerbier, with its mild and sparkling character, can be considered the most popular Augustiner beer.
This lager has a subtle sweetness balanced by a slight bitterness. Its smooth taste and notes of biscuit and lemon make it a classic and very drinkable lager.
What makes Augustiner lagers so special?
Each Augustiner beer is made according to German purity law. This means only select ingredients are used for the production of these lagers.
These ingredients include high-quality brewing water, malted barley, premium hops, and yeast cultures.
