Germany is known all over the world for its liquid gold. The fact that beer is an integral part of German culture is not only clear from the enormous selection of different producers and varieties. The special quality of the production process also plays an important role. The German Purity Law stipulates what needs to be done to produce a good beer. Malt, hops, yeast and water must be used. Superfluous artificial additives must be avoided. Brand manufacturers are particularly proud of the Purity Law.
It has established itself as an important benchmark in Germany. In contrast to other countries, beer lovers from all over the world can rely on being served a rock-solid beer here. And although there is a purity requirement - or precisely because of it - the country has a special variety of beers.
Each producer endeavours to offer a special delicacy with its own precisely developed brewing method. You don't even have to go to speciality shops to buy high-quality beers in Germany. Every supermarket offers a wide selection from many different producers. And every single federal state has its own special beer. The flavours differ. While some regions tend to drink tart beers, people in Cologne like their beer to be more drinkable. In other metropolises, on the other hand, people swear by black beer. There is probably no other country in the world with such a wide range of options. It's a well-known fact that taste is debatable. This also applies to beer. There is a controversial debate about the best type. Everyone has their own preferences. And even if talking shop does not come to a uniform conclusion, most people still enjoy it.
Den richtigen Ort für solche Diskussionen bietet das Land auch: Es gibt dafür wohl keinen schöneren Platz als einen deutschen Biergarten im Sommer. Im Schatten großer Kastanienbäume lässt sich das „kühle Blonde“ nach allen Regeln der Kunst genießen. Eine passende deftige Mahlzeit kann hier meist dazu bestellt werden. Besonders schöne Biergärten bietet das Bundesland Bayern. Aber auch in fast jeder anderen größeren Stadt Deutschlands gibt es eine Auswahl an Biergärten. In ihnen kommt ein breiter Querschnitt der Bevölkerung zusammen, um eine schöne Zeit zu genießen und sich das Bier auf der Zunge schmecken zu lassen. Für diese schöne Möglichkeit schätzen auch viele Besucher das Land.
A visit to a large beer garden is one of the most important tourist attractions for good reason. This opportunity offers typical German enjoyment in a beautiful setting. If you live here, you will no doubt appreciate the beer garden as well as the large selection of beer brands. They are part of the country's culture. The love of beer also characterises the German way of life. However, this does not mean that there is only beer to drink in Germany.
The production of other alcoholic beverages such as wine, schnapps or cider is also well known. However, beer and the German Purity Law enjoy a very special reputation worldwide. Germany would be inconceivable without good beer.
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