Beer Mixes You Must Try When Visiting Germany

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Plain beer is just the start in Germany. The country has a long tradition of mixing beer with lemonade, cola, and fruit juices—producing drinks that are lighter, more refreshing, and often more interesting than the sum of their parts.

Here are three beer mixes worth trying on your next visit.

Bananaweizen

Bananaweizen is a fun and fruity twist on the classic German wheat beer. When you pour it, you’ll notice a refreshing banana aroma that hints at its unique flavor.

This cocktail traditionally combines hefeweizen with banana juice. The banana's sweetness perfectly complements the beer’s natural fruity notes.

For a homemade bananaweizen, check out this post:

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Diesel

Diesel is a no-frills mix of lager or pilsner with cola—the sweetness of the cola takes the edge off the bitterness of the beer, creating something surprisingly drinkable.

Regional variations exist, and some bars add a splash of lemonade for a slightly different twist.

Here’s how you can make one at home:

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Berliner Weisse

Berliner Weisse is a low-alcohol, tart wheat beer from Berlin—light enough for warm days and usually served with a shot of flavoured syrup. Two popular options:

• Himbeer (raspberry)
• Waldmeister (woodruff)

Each syrup adds a unique twist to the beer’s flavor. The beer itself is low in alcohol content, making it a fantastic, light choice.

Here’s one user’s review of this drink: