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'The champagne of pale ales': my search for the perfect kölsch beer in Cologne | Travel

UK · 2026-09-28

Key takeaway

Kölsch beer's EU protected status restricts the name to Cologne brewers, shielding them from outside competition.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerEU PGI status restricts the Kölsch name to beers brewed in Cologne, excluding outside producers.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onCologne breweries like Brauhaus Früh am Dom and Brauhaus Sion face less competition and maintain brand exclusivity.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUK SMEs importing or distributing beer encounter higher costs and limited access to authentic Kölsch, affecting product range and pricing.

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Source: theguardian.com

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