German Beer, Lager & Helles

Great choice of beers and wine. My favorite beer shop ever!!

Great local shop, very friendly staff and delicious drinks. Great selection of non-alcoholic beers as well

I had a great experience at this beer shop. My girlfriend and I came in looking for three beers as a gift for her fat...

Great selection and prices

Great bottle shop with just the nicest person at the shop! Very attentive and helpful. Definitely recommend checking ...

Best bottle shop in Edinburgh, great selection of beers and super helpful staff. My go to for sour beer.

A phenomenal selection of products that is perhaps only surpassed by how phenomenal their staff is - I went in lookin...

Great selection with friendly staff.

Absolutely superb selection and even better service. I was given great recommendations that suited my needs, and the ...

Dear owner my friend and his wife were there on holiday and found me a bottle of Blantons Gold I have been wanting a ...

Finest and greatest depth of beers for sale in Edinburgh. The owner is super knowledgeable and helpful. There was a c...

Can't believe I've failed to give a good review of this place before. I've been frequenting this place fo...

Una selección muy buena de cerveza. Nos atendió un chico muy amable detallandonos muy bien el producto a pesar de ser...

Popped in a few nights ago for some gifts. Great customer experience, they listened to what I was looking for and cam...

Spotted on my drive to my last customer, so glad I spotted it. By far one of the best bottle shops I've had the p...

The Beerhive is simply the best,very friendly knowledgeable staff,always have an extensive range of beers.🍻

Excellent selection, very kind and knowledgeable co-owner! Thank you, I walked out with 8 exceptional bottles of wine!

Great guys, amazing selection and super knowledgeable! The best.

Our local bottle shop!Absolutely top service everytime we go in! Team are always so friendly and knowledgeable.Always...

Always a pleasure to visit, a real asset to the community, we would be lost without Team Beerhive! Helpful, friendly ...

Great little beer and wine place

Huge selection of quality beers and an execllent local delivery service. I ordered on Thursday night and had the beer...

Been buying beer from Peter and Richard for nearly 8 years now. Definitely the best beer shop in town.

Excellent selection across a broad range of price points and styles and thats just the wine. The Beerhive has been ah...

excellent wee shop with great staff and wonderful selection - lots of stuff that isn't beer too, picked up a few ...

Awesome bottle shop. Totally out of my way but I will return many times

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Great selection and service with a smile! I was really pleased with their delivery options and frequency. I am cancel...

An obviously great passion project bottle shop which I'm embarrassed it took me so long to visit. Great selection...

Great place for exciting craft beers with an excellent wine selection as well. The staff are knowledgeable and friend...

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Fresh Bread, Citrus, Hay and Smooth Malt

Augustiner Lagerbier Hell Bavarian Helles Lager

Notes: Fresh Bread, Citrus, Hay and Smooth Malt

Regular price £3.80

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Bready Malt, Floral Hops, Honey and Smooth Finish

Tegernseer Hell Bavarian Helles Lager 500ml

Notes: Bready Malt, Floral Hops, Honey and Smooth Finish

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Bready Malt, Honey, Floral Hops and Crisp Finish

Augustiner Edelstoff 500ml Bottle

Notes: Bready Malt, Honey, Floral Hops and Crisp Finish

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White Bread, Wildflower Honey, Fresh Hay and Noble Hops

Tegernseer Leicht Lager

Notes: White Bread, Wildflower Honey, Fresh Hay and Noble Hops

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Herbal Hops, Citrus, Biscuit Malt and Dry

Rothaus Tannenzapfle Pils

Notes: Herbal Hops, Citrus, Biscuit Malt and Dry

Regular price £2.80

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Fresh Bread, Floral Hops, Honey and Crisp Finish

Chiemseer Hell Lager

Notes: Fresh Bread, Floral Hops, Honey and Crisp Finish

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Brioche, Wildflower Honey, Fresh Hay and Herbal Tea

Stiegl Goldbräu Lager Beer Bottle 330ml

Notes: Brioche, Wildflower Honey, Fresh Hay and Herbal Tea

Regular price £3.00

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Banana, Clove, Citrus and Soft Wheat

Staff Pick

Andechs Hefe Weiss Hell

Notes: Banana, Clove, Citrus and Soft Wheat

Regular price £3.80

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"Aden: Not often do I have a Wheat Beer, but when I do this is the one!"
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Lemon, Fresh Bread, Floral Hops and Crisp

Staff Pick

Fruh Kolsch Bottle

Notes: Lemon, Fresh Bread, Floral Hops and Crisp

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"Pete here, on a sunny day you cant beat a glass of this silky Lager"
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Smoke, Bacon, Roasted Malt and Spice

Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen

Notes: Smoke, Bacon, Roasted Malt and Spice

Regular price £3.60

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Crisp Malt, Floral Hops, Citrus and Bitterness

Rothaus Pils

Notes: Crisp Malt, Floral Hops, Citrus and Bitterness

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Biscuit Malt, Noble Hops, Citrus and Bread Crust

Stiegl Goldbräu Lager Beer Can 500ml

Notes: Biscuit Malt, Noble Hops, Citrus and Bread Crust

Regular price £3.50

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Smoke, Toasted Bread, Floral Hops and Crisp Finish

Schlenkerla Lagerbier

Notes: Smoke, Toasted Bread, Floral Hops and Crisp Finish

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Crisp Malt, Floral Hops, Citrus and Bitterness

Jever Friesian Pils

Notes: Crisp Malt, Floral Hops, Citrus and Bitterness

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Whether relaxing with friends or as a refreshment on the way – a cool natural shandy is always the best companion. Thanks to the perfect combination of our tasty Munich Hell and naturally cloudy lemonade, the Paulaner Natur Radler with only 2.5% alc. Vol. Refreshing and at the same time pleasantly fruity – but not too sweet. True to its name, it is made from 100% natural ingredients.

Paulaner Natur Radler 500ml Can

Notes: Whether relaxing with friends or as a refreshment on the way – a cool natural shandy is always the best companion. Thanks to the perfect combination of our tasty Munich Hell and naturally cloudy lemonade, the Paulaner Natur Radler with only 2.5% alc. Vol. Refreshing and at the same time pleasantly fruity – but not too sweet. True to its name, it is made from 100% natural ingredients.

Regular price £2.00

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Fresh Bread, Wildflower Honey, Soft Smoke and Herbal Hops

Schlenkerla Unfiltered Hell Lager

Notes: Fresh Bread, Wildflower Honey, Soft Smoke and Herbal Hops

Regular price £4.00

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German beer remains one of the foundations of global brewing culture, known for precision, balance and centuries of brewing tradition. From crisp Pilsner and soft Helles lager to Kellerbier, Dunkel and traditional wheat beer, German brewing continues to influence modern beer styles around the world through its emphasis on drinkability, technical consistency and clean fermentation.

Our German beer range focuses on authentic imports from some of Bavaria and beyond’s most respected breweries, covering both everyday lagers and more traditional regional styles. Alongside fresh Helles and hop-forward Pilsner, the collection includes naturally cloudy Kellerbier, rich dark lager, Weissbier and seasonal releases rooted in classic German brewing culture.

Many of these beers continue to follow principles associated with the Reinheitsgebot purity law, historically limiting ingredients to water, malt, hops and yeast. While modern German brewing has evolved far beyond strict tradition alone, balance and precision remain central to the country’s brewing identity.

Expect crisp bitterness, fresh bread and malt character, floral and herbal hop aroma and clean, refreshing finishes designed for repeat drinkability. Whether you're looking for fridge-filling lagers, classic Bavarian beer or more traditional unfiltered styles, German beer remains one of the most consistently satisfying and food-friendly categories in the beer world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is German beer?

German beer refers to beer produced in Germany, a country known for its long brewing tradition, strict quality standards and a wide variety of regional beer styles.

What makes German beer special?

German beer is known for its purity laws (Reinheitsgebot), which traditionally restrict ingredients to water, malt, hops and yeast, resulting in clean, well-defined beer styles.

What are the most common types of German beer?

Common German beer styles include Pilsner, Helles lager, Dunkel, Bock, Kölsch, Altbier, Weissbier (wheat beer) and Märzen/Oktoberfest beer.

What does German beer taste like?

German beers vary widely, but many are crisp, balanced and clean, with flavours ranging from light biscuit malt and floral hops to rich caramel, chocolate and banana-like yeast notes depending on the style.

Is German beer always lager?

No. While many German beers are lagers, Germany also produces many ales, especially wheat beers like Weissbier, as well as regional top-fermented styles such as Kölsch and Altbier.

What is the German Beer Purity Law?

The Reinheitsgebot is a historic brewing regulation that originally stated beer could only be made from water, barley and hops (yeast was later added when its role was understood).

Why is German beer so popular?

German beer is popular for its consistency, drinkability and variety of traditional styles that balance flavour and refreshment, making it widely accessible.

What is the most popular German beer style?

Pilsner is the most widely consumed beer style in Germany, known for its crisp, dry and slightly bitter character.

What food pairs well with German beer?

German beer pairs well with sausages, schnitzel, pretzels, roasted meats, cheeses and hearty pub-style food.

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