In Germany foaming golden beer is more than a drink; it's the lifeblood of tourism, an excuse to dress up. And for Germans, it's a pillar of national identity -- at least for the older generation.

SUMMER IN GERMANY means one thing: beer gardens. And while cooling off with a stein of golden beer is the height of leisure, suds—like all things in Germany—are a very serious science.

German beer enthusiasts tried Firestone Pale 31 beer at a recent tasting in Berlin, Germany. The California craft brew is sent via airfreight to Germany in special coolers.

The reason for Germany beer's malaise? According to DeBenedetti, it might be the famed Reinheitsgebot, the 500-year-old "purity law" that stipulates that beer can only be made from barley, hops ...

Germany's non-alcoholic beer production has enjoyed a boom in the last 10 years, according to a new report. Low-alcohol drinks like Radler are also seeing increased sales.

But in beer-loving Germany, a heat wave has helped cause a big problem for the industry: there’s a shortage of beer bottles. The 101 Best Beers in America . Read More.

(AP) BERLIN - The world's largest beer festival opened Saturday in Germany as Munich's mayor tapped the first keg to kick off the 16-day Oktoberfest, known for its oompah music and traditional ...