On April 23rd, Germany celebrates its national beer day, commemorating the Reinheitsgebot or Purity Law established in 1516. This law restricts beer production to just water, malt, hops, and yeast, emphasizing purity. With around 6,000 different beers available, choosing favorites often leads to disagreements among enthusiasts. The article highlights local beer recommendations from Bavaria to Berlin, noting Bavariaâs strong heritage and reputation for traditional brewing, as exemplified at Munich's Oktoberfest, the worldâs largest beer festival. Rather than innovative craft breweries, Bavaria focuses on classic beer styles well-preserved through generations.
"As opposed to international beer day, which is celebrated in August, Germany's beer day is set on this date to commemorate the passage of the Reinheitsgebot on April 23rd, 1516."
"Germany is home to around 6,000 different beers, and to recommend any of them above the others is sure to invite some serious backlash among German aficionados."
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