For most people around the world, if you ask them about German beer, you may be surprised to learn that most people only know about Pilsner, a clear German favorite. But for the people of Germany, they take their beer seriously as clearly seen in April when they celebrate National Beer Day. For those who are only casual drinkers of beer it is okay if they don't know the different beers of the German but for brewers it is a beer making sin to not know the different types of beer available in Germany. Some of the most popular of the German Beers are Ayinger Helles, Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier, and Pilsner, which is known all over the world.

 

Ayinger Helles

This beer is one of the many bocks available in Germany. Even though it is extremely light in color it has a malty taste. This beer is made by Bavaria, and is one of the most important as it is the one they drink almost daily. This brew is a full bodied tasting beer with a bitter quality that is enjoyed by many people in Germany.

Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier

This is a rare and unusual beer type called the original smoked beer; it is completely different while maintaining that familiar quality. This beer reminds some beer enthusiasts of Oktoberfest beer as it has that same malty sweet taste; however it also has a smoky quality that makes you think of beef jerky.

Pilsner

While this beer is one of the newest beers available, it is also one of the most popular of the many German beers. Since its creation this beer has been recreated by many. Breweries all over the world have a version of this Pale beer on their menu of beer styles. Pilsner is popular as it is one of the easiest beers in the lager family to brew. When choosing German beers, it is important to realize that Germany is one of the brewing powerhouses of the beer world. They have more than 1200 breweries and over 5000 different beer types available. If you love beer, trying the German beers opens the doors to thousands of new beer possibilities.