Champagne du Nord

Berliner Weizenbier – a sour ale made with a significant proportion of wheat – was mentioned in a document for the first time in the mid-17th century. It quickly became the favorite beverage of the Berliner. In 1800 there were already more than 700 wheat-beer pubs in the city. When Napoleon’s soldiers got to know ”Berliner Weisse“ in the early 19th century, they enthusiastically called it ”Champagne du Nord“.

Today, it’s an inherent part of Berlin. Especially during the summer months, it is the refreshment for hot days. Mankind in general, but especially the Berliner, have always been inventive. And the times more and more colorful – and 'Berliner Weisse' as well.

It is, of course, still available as a ‘Weisse’ (or white), as a pure wheat-beer, the Champagne du Nord. However, it can also be enjoyed in green or red, ‘mit Schuss’, meaning with a ‘shot’ of (green) woodruff or (red) raspberry syrup.