FRÜH Kölsch 4.8%
FRESH, FLORAL AND CLEAN. THE TOP-FERMENTED COLOGNE CLASSIC FOR PEOPLE WHO EXPECT MORE FROM THEIR LAGER.
FRÜH Kölsch offers the crisp refreshment of a lager with the delicate aroma and character of an ale. In other words, the best of both worlds.
Unlike lager, Kölsch is top-fermented. Yet it pours pale and clear, drinks clean and refreshing, and finishes with the composure lager drinkers love. That makes FRÜH an ideal introduction to ale for committed lager drinkers—and a convincing upgrade for anyone who thinks pale beer cannot be interesting.
Bright gold in the glass, it opens with fresh, floral aromas followed by lively carbonation and a soft, balanced sweetness. A gently bitter note develops across the palate, providing definition without compromising its famously easy-drinking character.
FRÜH has brewed its Kölsch in Cologne since 1904, using the original recipe developed by Peter Josef Früh. Slow Brewing gives the beer plenty of time to ferment and mature, creating its clear, balanced and remarkably polished flavour.
This is not a premium lager, despite appearances. It is something more distinctive: an authentic Cologne Kölsch combining ale fermentation with lager-like clarity and refreshment. Perfect for lager lovers—even those who prefer not to admit that lager is what they really want.
Tasting notes
Bright, clear gold with a fine white head.
Fresh and floral on the nose, with delicate malt and light hop aromas. Lively carbonation refreshes the palate before gentle bitterness and balanced sweetness come together through the middle.
Clean, crisp and exceptionally drinkable, with a smooth, harmonious finish.
What is Kölsch?
Kölsch is Cologne’s distinctive local beer style. It is top-fermented like an ale, but pale, sparkling and clean enough to appeal immediately to lager drinkers.
The result sits comfortably between familiar categories:
More aromatic and characterful than a standard lager
Cleaner and more refreshing than many traditional ales
Pale, crisp and highly drinkable
Softly malty, floral and gently bitter
Ideal for drinkers exploring beyond conventional lager
The Kölsch name is geographically protected. Authentic Kölsch must be brewed within the recognised Cologne brewing area and comply with the requirements of the Kölsch Convention. FRÜH Kölsch is brewed in Cologne and carries the EU protected geographical indication associated with the style.
Producer: Cölner Hofbräu FRÜH
Country: Germany
Region: Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Beer type: Ale
Style: Kölsch
Fermentation: Top fermented
Colour: Bright gold
Original wort: 11.3%
Alcohol: 4.8% ABV
Energy: 162kJ / 39kcal per 100ml
Available bottle formats: 330ml and 500ml
Imported product: Traditional FRÜH Kölsch
FRÜH Kölsch is brewed according to the brewery’s original 1904 recipe and carries the Slow Brewing quality seal.
Perfect serve
Serve chilled between 5°C and 7°C.
For the authentic Cologne experience, pour it into a tall, narrow Kölsch glass, traditionally known as a Stange. Its slender shape helps maintain the beer’s carbonation, white head and refreshing character.
Pour into a clean glass rinsed with cold water immediately before serving. Keep the beer cool, but avoid serving it excessively cold—the floral aroma, gentle malt sweetness and fine bitterness need a little room to show themselves.
Food pairing
FRÜH Kölsch has the freshness of a lager and the food-friendly character of a delicate ale. Its lively carbonation and gentle bitterness make it particularly effective with fried, grilled and lightly seasoned dishes.
Serve with:
Schnitzel
Bratwurst and grilled sausages
Roast chicken
Fried fish
Pork dishes
Burgers
Warm pretzels
Mild and semi-hard cheeses
Potato dishes
Salads and crisp vegetable dishes
The beer’s carbonation cuts through fried and richer foods, while its soft malt sweetness complements roast meat, bread and mild cheese. Its restrained bitterness also means it will not overwhelm more delicate dishes.
Ingredients
Water, BARLEY MALT and hops.
Brewed according to the German Purity Law without artificial additives.
Dietary and allergen information
Suitable for vegans: Not confirmed for traditional FRÜH Kölsch
Suitable for vegetarians: Not confirmed by the producer
Suitable for coeliacs: No
Gluten-free: No
Certified organic: No
Contains BARLEY and therefore contains gluten.
Always check the product label before consumption, as ingredients, allergens, dietary suitability and product information may change.
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FRESH, FLORAL AND CLEAN. THE TOP-FERMENTED COLOGNE CLASSIC FOR PEOPLE WHO EXPECT MORE FROM THEIR LAGER.
FRÜH Kölsch offers the crisp refreshment of a lager with the delicate aroma and character of an ale. In other words, the best of both worlds.
Unlike lager, Kölsch is top-fermented. Yet it pours pale and clear, drinks clean and refreshing, and finishes with the composure lager drinkers love. That makes FRÜH an ideal introduction to ale for committed lager drinkers—and a convincing upgrade for anyone who thinks pale beer cannot be interesting.
Bright gold in the glass, it opens with fresh, floral aromas followed by lively carbonation and a soft, balanced sweetness. A gently bitter note develops across the palate, providing definition without compromising its famously easy-drinking character.
FRÜH has brewed its Kölsch in Cologne since 1904, using the original recipe developed by Peter Josef Früh. Slow Brewing gives the beer plenty of time to ferment and mature, creating its clear, balanced and remarkably polished flavour.
This is not a premium lager, despite appearances. It is something more distinctive: an authentic Cologne Kölsch combining ale fermentation with lager-like clarity and refreshment. Perfect for lager lovers—even those who prefer not to admit that lager is what they really want.
Tasting notes
Bright, clear gold with a fine white head.
Fresh and floral on the nose, with delicate malt and light hop aromas. Lively carbonation refreshes the palate before gentle bitterness and balanced sweetness come together through the middle.
Clean, crisp and exceptionally drinkable, with a smooth, harmonious finish.
What is Kölsch?
Kölsch is Cologne’s distinctive local beer style. It is top-fermented like an ale, but pale, sparkling and clean enough to appeal immediately to lager drinkers.
The result sits comfortably between familiar categories:
More aromatic and characterful than a standard lager
Cleaner and more refreshing than many traditional ales
Pale, crisp and highly drinkable
Softly malty, floral and gently bitter
Ideal for drinkers exploring beyond conventional lager
The Kölsch name is geographically protected. Authentic Kölsch must be brewed within the recognised Cologne brewing area and comply with the requirements of the Kölsch Convention. FRÜH Kölsch is brewed in Cologne and carries the EU protected geographical indication associated with the style.
Producer: Cölner Hofbräu FRÜH
Country: Germany
Region: Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Beer type: Ale
Style: Kölsch
Fermentation: Top fermented
Colour: Bright gold
Original wort: 11.3%
Alcohol: 4.8% ABV
Energy: 162kJ / 39kcal per 100ml
Available bottle formats: 330ml and 500ml
Imported product: Traditional FRÜH Kölsch
FRÜH Kölsch is brewed according to the brewery’s original 1904 recipe and carries the Slow Brewing quality seal.
Perfect serve
Serve chilled between 5°C and 7°C.
For the authentic Cologne experience, pour it into a tall, narrow Kölsch glass, traditionally known as a Stange. Its slender shape helps maintain the beer’s carbonation, white head and refreshing character.
Pour into a clean glass rinsed with cold water immediately before serving. Keep the beer cool, but avoid serving it excessively cold—the floral aroma, gentle malt sweetness and fine bitterness need a little room to show themselves.
Food pairing
FRÜH Kölsch has the freshness of a lager and the food-friendly character of a delicate ale. Its lively carbonation and gentle bitterness make it particularly effective with fried, grilled and lightly seasoned dishes.
Serve with:
Schnitzel
Bratwurst and grilled sausages
Roast chicken
Fried fish
Pork dishes
Burgers
Warm pretzels
Mild and semi-hard cheeses
Potato dishes
Salads and crisp vegetable dishes
The beer’s carbonation cuts through fried and richer foods, while its soft malt sweetness complements roast meat, bread and mild cheese. Its restrained bitterness also means it will not overwhelm more delicate dishes.
Ingredients
Water, BARLEY MALT and hops.
Brewed according to the German Purity Law without artificial additives.
Dietary and allergen information
Suitable for vegans: Not confirmed for traditional FRÜH Kölsch
Suitable for vegetarians: Not confirmed by the producer
Suitable for coeliacs: No
Gluten-free: No
Certified organic: No
Contains BARLEY and therefore contains gluten.
Always check the product label before consumption, as ingredients, allergens, dietary suitability and product information may change.