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Flötzinger Cola Mix 500ml

Flötzinger Cola Mix 500ml

Regular price £1.80
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Producer Flotzinger
Country Germany
Region Bavaria, Rosenheim
ABV 0.0%

Tasting Notes

Cola, Orange, Sweetness and Spice

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More About Flötzinger Cola Mix 500ml

Flötzinger Cola Mix is a classic German “Spezi”-style soft drink made by Flötzinger Bräu in Rosenheim, Bavaria, one of Germany’s oldest independent breweries. Combining cola and orange soda, it delivers a uniquely refreshing balance of citrus sweetness and smooth cola character that has become hugely popular across southern Germany.

Unlike standard cola drinks, Flötzinger Cola Mix blends bright orange flavour with gentle cola spice and carbonation, creating a softer, fruitier and more refreshing profile. The result sits somewhere between cola, orange soda and citrus lemonade, with a nostalgic character that has made “Spezi” drinks a cult favourite throughout Germany.

On the nose, expect sweet orange zest, citrus peel and classic cola aromatics. The palate is smooth and highly drinkable with flavours of orange soda, cola syrup, caramel and light citrus bitterness balanced by lively carbonation.

Flötzinger’s version is especially respected among German cola-mix fans for its strong orange character and balanced sweetness. Online enthusiasts regularly rank it among the best Spezi-style drinks available.

Served ice cold straight from the bottle, it works as a refreshing standalone soft drink and pairs perfectly with pizza, pretzels, burgers, kebabs and salty snacks.

A cult Bavarian soft drink and one of Germany’s most beloved cola-orange mixes.

Available now at The Beerhive with UK delivery.

Meet the Producer, Flotzinger

Flotzinger

Style: Brewery

Flötzinger has been brewing beer in Rosenheim since the 1500s, which means the brewery was already making lager while most of Europe was still enthusiastically dying of plague. Very reassuring honestly.

The brewery sits deep in Bavaria and makes classic German beer with absolutely no interest in modern craft gimmicks. Helles, weissbier, dunkel, pilsner, all the traditional styles done cleanly, crisply and with the sort of technical precision Germans seem physically incapable of avoiding.

The Helles is probably the standout for a lot of people. Soft malt, gentle bitterness and ridiculous drinkability. Nothing flashy, nothing weird, just perfectly tuned lager designed for beer gardens, long lunches and accidentally staying out far later than planned.

Flötzinger also keeps things very local and traditional. Proper Bavarian brewing culture runs through the whole place, from the styles themselves down to the branding and presentation. No neon cans screaming about mango puree or triple dry hopping anywhere in sight.

Sometimes beer really does not need reinventing. Sometimes it just needs to arrive cold in a heavy glass beside a pretzel the size of your head.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ – Flötzinger Cola Mix

What is Flötzinger Cola Mix?

It is a German cola-and-orange soft drink (“Spezi”-style drink) made by Flötzinger Bräu in Bavaria.

What does Flötzinger Cola Mix taste like?

It tastes like a blend of cola and orange soda with citrus sweetness, caramel notes and refreshing carbonation.

What is a Spezi drink?

“Spezi” refers to German cola-orange mixed drinks, traditionally combining cola and orange lemonade.

Is Flötzinger Cola Mix alcoholic?

Nope, it is a non-alcoholic soft drink.

Is it similar to Mezzo Mix or Paulaner Spezi?

Yes, though Flötzinger is often described as having a more natural orange-forward flavour and lighter sweetness. Enthusiasts frequently compare it favourably with other Spezi brands.

Where is Flötzinger Cola Mix made?

It is produced in Rosenheim, Bavaria, Germany by Flötzinger Bräu.

Is Flötzinger Cola Mix vegan?

Yes, it is generally considered vegan friendly by retailers.

What food pairs well with it?

Pizza, burgers, pretzels, kebabs, fried food and salty snacks all pair perfectly with cola-mix drinks.

Why is Spezi popular in Germany?

The combination of cola and orange soda has become a nostalgic and iconic German soft drink style, especially in Bavaria.

Why do people like Flötzinger Cola Mix specifically?

Fans often praise its strong orange character, balanced sweetness and refreshing drinkability compared with more commercial cola-mix brands.