There’s nothing like a cold glass of beer with your friends – lounging around in the living room, laughing around with your glasses full. So if you love beer as much as we do, grab your passport, and pack a suitcase! We’ve got the bucket list of your dreams. There are cities globally that not only serve amazing beer but they’re an integral part of their culture. In this blog, we’re going to bring those cities to you.
1. Munich, Germany
With beer history going as far back as the 1400s, Munich holds this drink at its heart. It’s so close to their cultural roots that they even introduced a law around it. In 1487, Duke Albrecht IV issued the Munich Purity Law, which stated only specific hops, malt, and water were allowed as ingredients to make Munich beer. This principle is still followed to this day. So the beer you taste today is actually an old-soul recipe.
Oh, and of course, there’s Oktoberfest! If you don’t know what we’re talking about, then you aren’t a beer lover! Only Munich beers are allowed on the stands of this fest. Another evening full of buzz would be you visiting all the beer halls. They’re vibrant and full of life, and you can engulf yourself in the city’s rich beer culture.
To capture in a gist, these are some of the beer-destinations you must visit:
1. Hofbräuhaus
2. Löwenbräukeller Biergarten
3. Augustiner Keller
4. Paulaner Bräuhaus
5. Schneider Bräuhaus
2. Dublin, Ireland
Dublin, the home of Guinness, should definitely be part of this bucket list. Founded by Arthur Guinness, this drink was first brewed at Saint James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin, after he signed a 9000 year lease (strange way to patent something, but okay).You can visit Guinness Storehouse Brewery, where you can learn the secrets of this pint and check out the historical advertisements. But of course, Dublin is not all about Guinness.
There are other pubs and breweries you can visit such as –
1. The Porterhouse Brewing Company
2. Harry Byrnes
3. Rascals Brewing Company (have a slice of pizza with your rascals when you go there)
Also, Grogan’s Pub and Mulligan’s Pub are two of the traditional Irish pubs that you must visit to really get into the Irish vibe.
3. Brussel, Belgium
Brussel is home to many beer festivals, cafés, and restaurants that have a wide beer menu and beer tastings. In 2016, Brussels beer culture became a part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage list by UNESCO. Now, you can imagine the buzz that was created.
The capital city is also home to Brasserie Cantillon, a traditional family brewery in Anderlecht, that’s famous for its lambic beers (ale that’s fermented through exposure to wild yeasts and bacteria – spontaneous fermentation). Today, the young breweries are testing, experimenting, and modernizing the beer heritage. You’ll find many of them throughout the city (there are about 200 of them, we’re sure you’ll bump into a few on your trip). Here’s a few to name –
1. L’Annexe
2. Brussels Beer Project (BBP)
3. Wolf
4. Cantillon
Another main attraction is the Beer Museum of Schaerbeek. We should have those for each type of drink – think of all the alcohol you’d get to see! Here you’ll find a collection of more than 2,500 Belgian bottled beers, around 5,000 beer glasses, and plenty of ancient machinery from the world of beer.
4. Portland, Maine
Come to Portland if you want to experience a diverse culture of craft beer. It’s situated along the coast, and is known as “Beervana”. So get up and sing – Beervana na na na, half of my heart is Beervana na na na (Surely Camilla Cabello wouldn’t mind if you do!)
From microbreweries to historic pubs, Portland has a lot to offer our beer enthusiasts. These are some of them –
1. Liquid Riot Bottling Company
2. Bissell Brothers Brewing Company
3. Rising Tide Brewing Company
4. Austin Street Brewery
And there’s more. You get the gist, there’s a lot to see here. Enjoy varieties of flavorful beers from these breweries and hopefully you’ll reach your room safely after the buzz you’ll be feeling.
5. Prague, Czech Republic
The Czech Republic drinks more beer per capita than any other country, and Prague is the centre of it. This city is the birthplace of Pilsner, which is a refreshing style of lager. Prague also has a wide range of beer halls and breweries that you can travel to. You want a names of few? We can help with that –
1. Pivovar Sv. Norbert Strahov
2. Letná Beer Garden
3. Riegrovy Sady Beer Garden
Each one has its own vibe and story. Lokál, U Fleků, and Beer Geek are some of the other places you must visit to enjoy different types of beers and rare brews that capture your taste.
Summing Up
We’re definitely thirsty for a sip of beer after this list. What about you? If you’re on the same boat as us, and are thirsty for some adventure, this is your cue. Oh, and pack some stretchy pants to accommodate a beer belly; these destinations will make you want every sip!
FAQs
1. Which City Is Famous In India For Beer?
Bangalore, with over 70 breweries across the city, is the beer capital of India.
2. Which Country Imports The Most Beer?
The United States imports the most beer, receiving 4.7 billion liters of the drink, as per Statista.
3. Which Are The Top Brands Of Beer?
Kingfisher, Tuborg, and Carlsberg are some of the top brands of beer.
4. Which Is The Popular Brand Of Beer In India?
Kingfisher is the most popular brand of beer in India.
5. Who Owns Kingfisher Beer Now?
United Breweries Limited owns the brand Kingfisher.
6. Why Is Corona Beer Good?
Corona beer is known for its distinctive flavor notes of lime and salt. It’s often enjoyed with a wedge of lime, which gives a tangy edge to the drink.
7. Is Budweiser Beer Strong?
Budweiser has an alcohol content of 5% ABV, while Budweiser Magnum Strong has an alcohol content of 6.5% ABV which leaves a more satisfying strong finish on your palate.
