Fruh Kolsch
£3.39
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Fruh Kolsch is brewed at the Cölner Hofbräu Früh brewery, which was founded by Peter Joseph Früh in 1904. From its conception to this day, it is brewed under the Reinheitsgebot, or German Purity Law, showing its flawless approach to competing with the best German beers around. In order to brew kolsch, you must adhere to one simple rule, you must brew in Cologne. This is in accordance to the Kölsch Konvention of 1986, which states kolsch cannot be brewed outside of the state.
Whilst plenty of other brewers across the world produce kolsch style beer, they cannot call it such, making it a style that is very much in demand. Kolsch beer is warm fermented to close to 20°C before lagering in cooler temperatures. Fruh Kolsch, in particular, is a top fermented beer and is light gold in colour. This refreshing beer provides the lucky individual with a crisp hoppy finish and a substantial carbonation leading to a good lasting head. The exportation of Fruh is increasing to meet demand and it is easy to see why when such high quality ingredients, mixed with a reputation for its style protected by law, equals one of our best-selling beers.
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pondwater9 –
My favourite Kölsch from my favourite place!
I’m not usually a fan of lager but on my first visit to Cologne I was introduced to Kölsch and this variety has remained my all time favourite lager ever since 😋 Some other Kölsch lagers can have a stronger flavour but I prefer this very palatable, light and refreshing lager. Over the moon when we first found out we could get it from Beers of Europe and have been ordering from you since 2010 for a great price, quick delivery and a fabulous service! 🤗
Luis Branco –
An extremely refreshing Kölsch! Light, clean, sweet and fruity, it is very smooth on the palate. I can’t wait to taste it again, but next time in Cologne. And thanks to Beers of Europe I know I’ll love the experience!
Jeff –
Another great German lager.
Light and refreshing and best served ice cold! A quality lager from cologne which is brewed to the highest standard. You won’t be disappointed
Maximilian Evans –
A great beer with an unique great taste! Well worth a try if you enjoy pilsener and or lager. 5/5.
Derek B –
This brings back happy memories drinking Kolsch in bars around Cologne cathedral. Light, bitter and very refreshing and tastes very nearly as good at home as it does in a Kolsch bar. Excellent beer.
Andy Nichols –
Nice easy drinking lager. I’ve tried a couple of kolsch beers and this is the best of had. Very smooth with a fruity end. Very easy drinking and enjoyable.
Robert Harkin –
A beer I often buy, easy drinking and very crisp. Best served icy cold.
Kris Marina –
Crisp and refreshing. This must be chilled before drinking
Dean Griffiths –
I have been to Köln many times primarily because I love the Kolsch beer. It’s great that although I can’t travel there at the moment I can still buy it online from BOE, the Fruh is the best of those available.
Darren Robinson –
The best German beer on the market !!!!
Visited Germany many times and this is best beer I’ve tasted.
So pleased I’ve found somewhere in the UK that stocks it.
DW –
I was sceptical. The label didn’t look German enough for a start. I judge beers by their labels you see. Well, how wrong was I? It’s really very nice indeed. Needs a new label though.
Fin –
Moderately better on tap, served in the traditional small glass on a wooden rack, but for me, this is an underappreciated German session beer. Light and refreshing, superb with a curry!
Catriona MacKechnie –
This is the Kolsch to beat. A lovely light, fruity beer with hints of strawberry.
Alastair_H –
Having spent quite a bit of time working in Cologne I got quite accustomed to Kolsch. Fruh is one of the better ones 2nd place in my book, also try Gaffel if you can find it – that’s my favourite. Glad I’ve found somewhere which sells it in the UK.
Gavin H –
Beautifully clear, one of the clearest beers I’ve ever seen. Subtle hoppy taste, light and fruity. A great session beer at a relatively light 4.8%.
Andrej –
First time I am trying this style, so I cannot really compare to other kolsch beers. It is a simple easily drinkable beer (simple in a good way).
Steve Lee –
This is a very satisfying beer, plenty of flavour yet refreshing and light. An interesting style or which this seems to be a good example. Will order again.
Luke –
Very drinkable. Light in taste but with a subtle sharpness, it is a nice balance between the stronger Belgian beers I typically prefer and pils. I would order again for sure.
Alan Hastings –
Extremely refreshing drink with a fresh crisp taste that left me crying out for more
Paul Boniface –
This is my favourite German beer. Light, clean and absolutely superb from first to last mouthful.
Kul –
A clear, bright light gold colour with a crisp hoppy finish and a a high level of carbonation leading to a wonderful white volumous head that lasts.
Smells fantastic a pleasing soft aroma that invites you in and doesn’t dissapoint. Feels great on the tongue, silky smooth, gentle lingering after notes. I would have this beer again and again, a firm favourite.
Michael Moore –
Very good quality beer, one of the best outside of Bavaria.
Peter Nixon –
My favourite German beer which we discovered in Cologne. Never thought it would be available in UK so very pleased to be able to buy it. Excellent fresh tasting lager style kolsch.
Andrew Pople –
Loved this. Sharp, crisp and dry. Very drinkable and refreshing. Great summer beer!
Mike Faulkner –
Extremely good service as usual quality of the beer was great and in this hot weather slipped down a teat would recommend Beers of Europe to friends. Have never had any problems with them and the customer service is excellent
Harry Watson –
One of the best Kolsch Biers from the bottle.Not as good as the draught but still a great tasting beer.
Milan Macurak –
I was overlooking this beauty for far too long. Very refreshing, crispy, somehow lighter beer with unbelievable colour. I drank this like water without noticing I ran out in one night ! Highly recommended if you are looking for something not heavy. On my next order definitely, if available. Cheers Beers of Europe.
Tom Harris –
This brew is one of the finest of its kind. Typical of the Kölsch style, Früh is delightfully light and moreish, so be sure to order plenty of it, as you won’t want to run out of it before your thirst is well and truly slaked!
Kris –
The classic Kolsch beer that is well worth a dabble if you like lagers/pils but want to try something with a bit more complexity.
david keel –
Many years ago my wife and I visited Koln (Cologne) many times. There was a small beer cellar and the old woman owner always shouted Kolsch to her partner to bring up another barrel. This is that same beer and tastes as good as I remember it.
Give it a try!
Stoose –
My fave beer so easy to drink.
Ian Whitehouse –
All Kölsch are amazing beers 🍻 Of these Früh is the best (in my humble opinion). Happy memories of a lifetime ago drinking in a certain bar on Alexanderplatz 🤪 Stuff money can’t buy…all expertly delivered by Beers of Europe 😊 Cheers guys!!!
Mr S –
This was ok, but rated at 2.5/5 means it was nothing special.
Matthew –
Thought I would give this one a try – pleasantly surprised – very nice clean crisp and flavoursome beer – I will buy again
Russell Castley-Adams –
Have tried all the Kolsch on BOE and this is my favourite. Smooth and easy drinking.
Barrie Taylor –
My wife’s favourite.
Mark Woodward –
A good lager-style beer – I regularly purchase this beer.
Robbie –
A very pleasant beer. Didn’t completely blow me away, fairly standard, but still a better quality than what you might get in the UK pubs.
PK –
A great standard pilsner, if in any doubt about choice try this and compare it with what you get in a pub, cold not very tasty gassy lagers, again a slight after taste of citrus and a bit peppery, but not unplesant, will buy again.
Jens –
Typical top-fermented Kölsch, very smooth and refreshing. I prefer this on tap, but the bottled version is almost as enjoyable.
John Prideaux –
Lagered, but not a lager as such as it’s top fermented like Ales? Better than I remembered as some Koelsch beers have an odd after taste, this one doesn’t. A pleasant enough pale ale type beer but a decent Czech or German pilsner would still have the edge for me though.