# Bier (Beer) Drinkers! Need A Little Help, Please. **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Tags:** beer\ **Created:** [September 5, 2011, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320 "2011-09-05T22:58:07Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/1 "2011-09-05T22:58:07Z")
On Oktober 2nd, we’re having our own Oktoberfest right here at Casa Quasi (and y’all are invited - just gotta let me know ny 9.19 if you’re coming or not!) and I am special-ordering beers from this place: [http://www.vintagecellar.com/](http://www.vintagecellar.com/). We had guests last night and my wife says the Paulaner and Warsteiner beers are “too bitter” for her, so for those ladies who are leaving it up to me to choose, what German Bier can I order that won’t be deemed too “bitter”? MY favorites are any Hefe-Weitzen or a Pils (usually Bitburger), but I can’t state that those are too bitter or whatever and I don’t want to disappoint anyone (especially the ladies - some guys of my past acquaintance would drink my piss if I told 'em it came from the Fatherland), so what do y’all receommend? Thanks and remember, you’re invited and there’s plenty of room for everyone to spend the night. We even have the neighbors ready with a bed or pallet or two! Q ---
**Author:** ![MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c0e974/32.png) [@MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MPB_in_Salt_Lake)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/2 "2011-09-05T23:08:32Z")
Konig Pilsener is excellent beer, as is the Erdinger Dunkel Weiss… Prost!!! ETA–That beer selection looks absolutely amazing; When I die, that’s where I want my ashes scattered… (For anyone who has ever visited the beer section of a Utah State Liquor Store, you will know what I am talking about) ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/3 "2011-09-05T23:15:42Z")
> [@Quasimodem](#): > > right here at Casa Quasi You mean the Quasischloß? (Das Kwasischloß?) ---
**Author:** ![WILDJC](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/cdc98d/32.png) [@WILDJC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WILDJC)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/4 "2011-09-05T23:21:39Z")
Too bad Grimbergen Double is not on your link. This Belgian beer with a 6.5% alcohol content is smooth and kick-ass. Great for the ladies too. I would definitely search your local distributors for this brew. You won’t regret it. Don’t get the Blonde - it has a bite to it that some do not find favorable. I place Grimbergen on top of Chimay Blue, which is considered the best in the world. ---
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/5 "2011-09-05T23:24:31Z")
Ja, ja. Das Quasischloß, **John** and you know that you and “The Roomie” are very welcome. Hell, we’ll even take you down to Florida with us (if it’s still there!) to visit the “Quasi-Kid” Jason! König Pils and the Erdinger Dunkel-Weiss!, Got it, **MPB** and thank you! If you’re not here, we’ll just tell everyone it was highly recommended by some Mormon who says it’s a great aphrodisiac! J/K, j/k!!! Thanks, very much **MPB!** 🙂 Quasi ETA: For **WildJC** : Thanks! I bet we can find that locally, right? I just wanted avoid the additives and that place in VA. claims to have the “real thing”. I hope that’s right. ---
**Author:** ![Anamorphic](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/anamorphic/32/3057_2.png) [@Anamorphic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anamorphic)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/6 "2011-09-05T23:26:33Z")
I’m a fan of Kolsch, the regional beer of Cologne. Looks like they’ve got a few in your online place, but I can’t really make a comment about any of those specific brands… it’s been a while since I’ve had the real thing. Have a great time! ---
**Author:** ![MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c0e974/32.png) [@MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MPB_in_Salt_Lake)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/7 "2011-09-05T23:28:35Z")
> [@WILDJC](#): > > Too bad Grimbergen Double is not on your link. This Belgian beer with a 6.5% alcohol content is smooth and kick-ass. Great for the ladies too. I would definitely search your local distributors for this brew. You won’t regret it. Don’t get the Blonde - it has a bite to it that some do not find favorable. I place Grimbergen on top of Chimay Blue, which is considered the best in the world. A traditional Oktoberfest celebration with Belgian beer, eh? What about a Cinco De Mayo party with pizza and eggplant parmigiana? (The OP was born in Germany and is having a German-themed party, so a Belgian beer probably doesn’t cut it) 😛 ---
**Author:** ![mnemosyne](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c4cdca/32.png) [@mnemosyne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mnemosyne)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/8 "2011-09-05T23:36:37Z")
If someone thinks Paulaner and Warsteiner are too bitter, there’s a chance they might not like a lot of beer selections, IMHO! Those are pretty easy to drink! I want to buy one of each of the beer on that list and drink it. I love German beer (then again, I love beer!) I can’t make it to your part, **Quasi** , but I hope you have fun! ---
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/9 "2011-09-05T23:38:27Z")
> [@Anamorphic](#): > > I’m a fan of Kolsch, the regional beer of Cologne. Looks like they’ve got a few in your online place, but I can’t really make a comment about any of those specific brands… it’s been a while since I’ve had the real thing. > > Have a great time! Thanks, and **Kolsch** Jawohl!! You don’t visit Köln and ask for Bitburger. I learned that the hard way, **Anamorphic**!🙂 When Georgia first started selling the more-alcohol content beer, I went nuts and found Bitburger right away. Unfortunately, as far as I can tell, the Bit people have stopped exporting to my state so I’m stuck with these single bottles that can blitz you right off the face of the earth. Is “Philosopher” one of these - I can’t remember? Thanks Quasi ---
**Author:** ![samclem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a9a28c/32.png) [@samclem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/samclem)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/10 "2011-09-05T23:38:46Z")
Since there’s not correct answer here, let’s move this thread from GQ to Cafe Society. **samcelm** , Moderator ---
**Author:** ![WILDJC](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/cdc98d/32.png) [@WILDJC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WILDJC)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/11 "2011-09-05T23:41:02Z")
> [@MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](#): > > A traditional Oktoberfest celebration with Belgian beer, eh? > > What about a Cinco De Mayo party with pizza and eggplant parmigiana? > > (The OP was born in Germany and is having a German-themed party, so a Belgian beer probably doesn’t cut it) > > 😛 Quite true, but I love this beer so much it’s worth sneaking in a bottle. ---
**Author:** ![Anamorphic](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/anamorphic/32/3057_2.png) [@Anamorphic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anamorphic)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/12 "2011-09-05T23:42:49Z")
> [@Quasimodem](#): > > Thanks, and **Kolsch** Jawohl!! You don’t visit Köln and ask for Bitburger. I learned that the hard way, **Anamorphic**!🙂 Indeed! I spent a week in Köln and survived on pretty much nothing but Kolsch and bread! ---
**Author:** ![Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/b38774/32.png) [@Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Swords_to_Plowshares)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/13 "2011-09-05T23:49:04Z")
Do they like somewhat malty beers? Oktoberfest beers (marzens) are decently malty but have low bitterness. Ayinger is probably the best. > **[Märzen](https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/styles/29/)** > > Learn more about the Märzen style of beer. ---
**Author:** ![MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c0e974/32.png) [@MPB\_in\_Salt\_Lake](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MPB_in_Salt_Lake)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2011, 11:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/14 "2011-09-05T23:58:09Z")
> [@WILDJC](#): > > Quite true, but I love this beer so much it’s worth sneaking in a bottle. Just some good-natured ribbing; One of my favorite trips of my life was simply hanging out for a week, just bumming around the museums, restaurants and bars of Antwerpen/Brussels/Ghent and then taking a train ride over to Cologne and Dusseldorf, drinking several different brews each and every day of the journey, with no car or driving responsibilities to worry about. Fine, fine times…😉 ---
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 1:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/15 "2011-09-06T01:09:57Z")
> [@Swords\_to\_Plowshares](#): > > Do they like somewhat malty beers? Oktoberfest beers (marzens) are decently malty but have low bitterness. Ayinger is probably the best. > > [http://beeradvocate.com/beer/style/29](http://beeradvocate.com/beer/style/29) I was wondering about the Hefe-Weitzens for the ones who say “too bitter”, **Swords to Plowshares** , what do you think? Also what’s the fart hazard? I just need to know if we need to avoid lighting candles. I will definitely check out your suggestions, however. Having those beers shipped is going to be mucho expensive, and I can only get one per person who gives us a specific brand they like. Spending limit : $200.00 including shipping, depending on attendance. For the rest of the party, hmmmmm. I don’t know. Recommendations? Verdammt! (Dammit) I wish some of y’all could make it. We’d have a blast and I’d hold y’all at gunpoint if you threatened to leave! :);)😃 Thanks Q PS: My wife, the beautiful Dondra, says to tell y’all she does like Amber Bock and has always wanted to try Shocktop. She sounds like she’s underage to me, how 'bout y’all? 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 1:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/16 "2011-09-06T01:19:21Z")
I believe that beer I mentioned above is called “Three Philosophers”. $6.95 a bottle last time I checked. Thanks Q ---
**Author:** ![Hello\_Again](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/85e7bf/32.png) [@Hello\_Again](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hello_Again)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 2:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/17 "2011-09-06T02:06:26Z")
> [@Quasimodem](#): > > I was wondering about the Hefe-Weitzens for the ones who say “too bitter”, **Swords to Plowshares** , what do you think? Also what’s the fart hazard? I just need to know if we need to avoid lighting candles. I’m not much of a beer drinker, but Hefe-weizen is a beer I do like. So in my opinion, it’s not bitter. Belgian White beers, like Hoegaarden, or the more commercially available Blue Moon, are similar and are also good choices for the not-bitter-wanting beer consumer. I hate to stray into the realm of the Hated English 😃 but another option is hard cider. It’s beerish but also apple-y and slightly more sweet. The most common import seems to be Woodpecker, and the most common domestic is Woodchuck. ---
**Author:** ![Quasimodem](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/e274bd/32.png) [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 2:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/18 "2011-09-06T02:17:03Z")
No **t** in Weizen, Dummkopf Quasi! Thanks for not correcting me, y’all. I will punish myself and my family in Germany for my mistake! 😉 Q ---
**Author:** ![Ellis\_Aponte\_Jr](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/5daacb/32.png) [@Ellis\_Aponte\_Jr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ellis_Aponte_Jr)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 3:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/19 "2011-09-06T03:43:24Z")
I think you want to try a “Helles” style beer, which are light, malty lagers popular in Munich and Bavaria as a whole. From your beer supplier, it looks like Augustinerbräu Lager is a Helles and Hofbräu Original is definitely a Helles. I love this type of beer and order it whenever possible. I don’t care for anything too hoppy and these aren’t. ---
**Author:** ![Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/b38774/32.png) [@Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Swords_to_Plowshares)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2011, 4:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320/20 "2011-09-06T04:42:36Z")
Why do you have to get the beers shipped? [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bier-beer-drinkers-need-a-little-help-please/595320.md?page=2)