Beer
According to the 1516 German purity law, beer can only contain three ingredients. What are they?
Water, hops and barley. While yeast was a part of the process, it wasn’t considered to be an ingredient.
In what month does Oktoberfest begin?
September
How did the First Oktoberfest Get Started?
Although many people believe that Oktoberfest is merely an excuse to drink alcohol, the very first Oktoberfest was in commemoration of the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria, and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen.
Germany Has ______ Varieties Of Sausages!
1,000
Guten Tag
Good day.
What does IPA stand for?
That’s Indian Pale Ale. It was known as an Indian Pale Ale as it was mainly exported to India by the East India Shipping Company.
How long do the festivities of Oktoberfest typically last in Germany?
16-18 days
Why is it called "Oktoberfest" if it occurs during September?
Although Munich's Oktoberfest now begins in September, the original celebration took place in October. Traditionally, the festival is scheduled so that it includes the first Sunday of October, and they refer to the beers served at the festival as Oktoberfestbiers. As with Munich's celebration, Oktoberfest Helen usually begins mid-September but runs even longer - through the end of October.
The Most Popular German Surname Is______?
Müller is the most popular surname in Germany. There are over 900,000 people in Germany who share this last name!
Auf Wiedersehen
Goodbye.
The famous dark stout Guinness originates from Ireland and is now brewed in almost 50 countries. While thoroughly enjoyed in Ireland, one sovereign state consumes more Guinness than the Irish. Which is it?
The United Kingdom
In which city in Germany is Oktoberfest celebrated each year?
Munich
How many people attend Oktoberfest each year?
The Munich Oktoberfest is known as the largest Volksfest (People's Fair) in the entire world. Nearly six million people attend the festival each year. Interestingly enough, 15% of those who attend Munich are from foreign countries.
What popular candy was invented in Germany?
Gummy Bears
Danke
Thanks, Thank you.
‘Reassuringly expensive’ was the advertising slogan for which beer?
Stella Artois
What is the name of the dress that women traditionally wear at Oktoberfest?
Dirndl
What is the traditional way to open the Oktoberfest celebration?
Oktoberfest isn't Oktoberfest without the traditional tapping of the keg. On the first day of the celebration, the mayor of Munich kicks off the festivities by tapping the first beer barrel and showing "O'zapft is!" which means "It is tapped!" At that point, the start of the celebration is official.
Germany Has The World’s Largest ______?
The Cologne Cathedral is located in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is the largest Gothic church in Northern Europe. It is home to the second-tallest spires. These huge spires make for the largest church in the entire world.
Ja
Yes
Brewmeister’s Snake Venom is claimed to be the strongest beer in the world. How many percent alcohol by volume (ABV) does it have?
67.5%. How many of them do you think you could handle?
Jägerschnitzel is a meat-based dish that is served with which type of sauce?
Mushroom sauce
What is the Oktoberfest rule about beer?
According to the standards of the Oktoberfest celebration, all beer has to be from the six breweries of Munich. These breweries include Paulaner, Spaten, Hacker-Pschorr, Augustiner, Hofbrau, and Lowenbrau.
What crime is not illegal to prisoners in German jails?
In Germany, it is considered a basic human instinct to do whatever you can to be free. So, if a prisoner attempts to escape from prison, they will not receive additional punishment for the act itself.
Bitte
please
Which brewery is claimed to be the oldest in the United States?
D.G. Yuengling & Son. Based in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, Yuengling, began brewing beer in 1892, and has been operating out of the same building since 1831!
What is the traditional cheer that is exclaimed during the opening ceremony of Oktoberfest each year?
O’zapft is!
What is the traditional toast used at Oktoberfest?
Although in America, we tend to toast by saying "Cheers!," during Oktoberfest, it's more fun to use the traditional German toast of "Prost!". That translates to "To your health."
Germany Loves Castles how many are there?
There are over 20,000 castles located in Germany, so you’ll have plenty to choose from when you visit.
Entschuldigung
Sorry
In the early days, beer was only available to buy in kegs and bottles. Which brewery was the first to sell beer in cans in the United States?
Krueger Brewing Company, from Newark, New Jersey, who first sold beer in cans in 1935.
Which alcoholic beverages besides beer are offered at Oktoberfest?
Wine and Champagne
How much beer do people consume during Oktoberfest?
As incredible as it may sound, over 7 million liters of beer are consumed at Oktoberfest each year - that's enough to fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool 2.4 times! With the high number of festival-goers, this isn't quite as alarming as it initially appears.
Germany Did __________ First before any other country?
In 1916, Germany became the first country to adopt Daylight Savings Time. They sparked a revolution that quickly took over Europe until it got to the United States.
Donnerstag
Thursday
In 1814 there was an incident known as the Great Beer Flood. In which city did this occur?
London, England. Just imagine a floor of beer!
What is the legal drinking age for beer and wine in Germany?
16
What do the Germans call those who overindulge on beer?
Because beer is a staple for Oktoberfest, some festival-goers may overindulge and find themselves passed out on the grounds. The Germans refer to those poor souls as "Bierleichen" which translates to "beer corpses."
What other Holiday tradition started in Germany?
The modern Christmas tree was indeed born in Germany. But we now know that the symbolic use of evergreen trees started in ancient Egypt and Rome. Germany continued the tradition and added candles to the decoration to celebrate the winter solstice.
Prima
fantastic
Generally speaking, a session beer needs to be low in what?
Alcohol content. A session beer should have an alcohol content of less than 5% ABV, allowing people to enjoy a larger amount before feeling intoxicated.
When does Oktoberfest end in Germany this year?
October 6th
Is it a good idea to bring children to Oktoberfest?
Despite the prevalence of beer, Oktoberfest is a family-friendly festival, and children are welcome to enjoy food, dance, and togetherness.
A Third Of Germany Is Covered In_______?
Germany is covered in over 11.4 million hectares worth of forests. This amounts to roughly 32% worth of German ground covered in trees.
Wunderbar
wonderful