Not only excellent wine and spirits are produced in South Tyrol. There is also a long tradition of brewing that for 150 years has been inseparably bound with the name of FORST beer, the first and biggest brand in the country.
Located in a shady corner of the Alps, the brewery is supplied by a clean mountain water source, and therefore Forst Beer draws on its unspoiled natural surroundings for its distinctive freshness. This respect for quality and tradition can be enjoyed in the preservation of a taste that has already accompanied us for 150 years.

FORST beer is a natural yet elegant ale, with a fresh taste of light malt and notes of bitter flavour that derive from the best Bohemian hops. Whether you taste the refreshing Premium, the tasty Kronen, the V.I. Pils with its refined and slightly bitter taste, or the new anniversary beer Forst 1857, introduced to commemmorate 150 years of history, tradition and the highest quality products at the brewery, FORST beer will doubtless leave a pleasant aftertaste that induces one to drink another, so just taste it – and be aware of its tempting character!

Traditional recipe

South Tyrolian beer soup
1lt (1¾ pints) Beer , 235ml (8floz) Dry White Wine, 3-4 Egg, Yolks , 1 Lemon, zest only , 4 tbsp Butter, 2 tbsp Flour , 1 tbsp Sugar Pinch, Cinnamon Pinch, Ginger Pinch, Nutmeg Pinch, Salt Allow the beer to go flat. Melt the butter in a saucepan, slowly add the flour a little at a time, whilst stirring constantly, cook until golden. Slowly pour in the beer, while continuing to stir, to avoid lumps. Add the spices and salt, simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Beat the egg yolks, add the sugar and white wine. Remove about 115ml (4floz) of the soup and slowly stir into the mixture. Allow the soup to cool slightly and slowly stir into the soup, heat but do not allow to boil. Taste and adjust seasoning, Serve with crusty bread or toast.

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