Reissdorf Kölsch is the best-selling and most well-known Kölsch brand in Cologne, produced by the privately owned brewery Heinrich Reissdorf GmbH & Co. KG, founded in 1894 by Heinrich Reissdorf in Cologne's Severinsviertel. Now run by the fourth generation, it is one of the few regionally protected breweries with the legal right to label its beer specialty as "Kölsch" – a privilege guaranteed by the Kölsch Convention, which identifies the beer as a pale, top-fermented, clear, and hop-forward full beer from the Cologne city area. In the glass, it presents itself in a crystal-clear golden hue with a stately, bright white foam crown, while a mild, spicy-fruity-sour aroma of grain, honey, and a hint of citrus transitions into a smooth, full-bodied first taste that harmoniously combines a soft malt base with fine notes of bread crust and floral hop aromas, finishing in a pleasantly dry, finely bitter aftertaste with moderate bitterness. Reissdorf Kölsch is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to experience Cologne's best-selling and most characterful Kölsch in its purest and most authentic form, convincing as a refreshing companion to fresh salad, fried fish, and game dishes, as well as a standalone enjoyment for those who want to experience the unmistakable Cologne lifestyle in a single, elegant, and easy-to-drink glass.
