“Kölsch” simply means “from Cologne” in the local dialect. And for a city that takes a lot of pride in its more than 2000 years of history, Kölsch in one form or another has been part of a good chunk of it. So much so that only a few select members of the local brewers guild are allowed to call this lager-like ale Kölsch. And this protection extends across all member nations of the EU. A little bit of wheat malt in the mix adds a summery, slightly fruity aroma to a clean, complex and bright beer.