Die Bierothek - Stuttgart
OVERVIEWTYPE: Bottle Shop (BS)
HOOD: Central Stuttgart STREET: Königstraße 26 HOMEPAGE: Die Bierothek TRANSIT: S/U-Bahn Map TAPS: No FOOD: No |
The Full Pour
If you are visiting Stuttgart, there's a good chance that you are going to find yourself near the Palace Square (Schlossplatz) at some point during your stay. This area is home to the famous palace (from which the square takes its name), one of Germany's largest shopping districts (Stuttgart Königstraße) and the beginning of the expansive Palace Garden Park (Schlossgarten). Keeping with the theme of this website, you must be aware of your first order of beer business residing just a short stroll from the Stuttgart Central Train Terminal (Hauptbahnhof). Just on the edge of the Schlossplatz, Die Bierothek is waiting for you.
This bottle shop is one of several locations in Germany under the Bierothek umbrella. Overall, their shops specialize in offering a range of both local and international beers. While this particular post is based more on firsthand accounts experienced at the Stuttgart location, it is evident that this group excels in hiring exceptional individuals to their team and it stands to reason that the other locations would surely offer up a similar level of quality in your experience. They also seem to be passionate about getting the word out on the new craft beer movement and how it relates to the old-world brewing traditions found throughout this corner of the beer world. This passion is highly evident in their Stuttgart Store Manager, Sebastian. When you combine his devotion to beer education and the central proximity of this shop location, you basically have a perfect introduction to the Stuttgart beer scene.
This bottle shop is one of several locations in Germany under the Bierothek umbrella. Overall, their shops specialize in offering a range of both local and international beers. While this particular post is based more on firsthand accounts experienced at the Stuttgart location, it is evident that this group excels in hiring exceptional individuals to their team and it stands to reason that the other locations would surely offer up a similar level of quality in your experience. They also seem to be passionate about getting the word out on the new craft beer movement and how it relates to the old-world brewing traditions found throughout this corner of the beer world. This passion is highly evident in their Stuttgart Store Manager, Sebastian. When you combine his devotion to beer education and the central proximity of this shop location, you basically have a perfect introduction to the Stuttgart beer scene.
Why is this on THL?
Beyond just the bottle selection, the cornerstone of Die Bierothek services is craft beer education. Since Germany did not have a prohibition, and the notion of "craft" beer is somewhat of an ambiguous concept to many in these parts, they are utilizing their stores as hubs for formal tastings and further exploration into beers that are not necessarily as prevalent in the area. The end result is that you have a nice blend of both traditional and modern craft German beers, sitting right alongside some global options as well.
Which brings us back to the specific inspiration for this destination post, it must be noted that the team running things at the Stuttgart location is aways an absolute pleasure. Sure, you could walk into a shop like this, grab a known entity off the shelf and be on your way. But if you do that, you're missing an opportunity. Since this team excels in discussing both traditional German brews and modern craft, it's the perfect opportunity to chat with Sebastian and his team for some deeper understanding to this unique domain. As a native to Southern Germany, and a frequent traveller to other beer destinations throughout the region (think Bamberg, etc.), Sebastian will be able to outfit you with something truly unexpected for your stay. You also may get the chance to meet Suzane, talented brewer and passionate ambassador for the local craft beer market. She is extremely knowledgeable and can also be found leading visitors around town via her Stuttgart Craft Beer Tours operation.
This is why we travel and this is why we should seek out soulful individuals like Sebastian and Suzane. If the weather is nice, take that beer on a stroll through the Schlossgarten and head over to Kraftpaule (1.7km). It's ok, you can do that in Germany.
Which brings us back to the specific inspiration for this destination post, it must be noted that the team running things at the Stuttgart location is aways an absolute pleasure. Sure, you could walk into a shop like this, grab a known entity off the shelf and be on your way. But if you do that, you're missing an opportunity. Since this team excels in discussing both traditional German brews and modern craft, it's the perfect opportunity to chat with Sebastian and his team for some deeper understanding to this unique domain. As a native to Southern Germany, and a frequent traveller to other beer destinations throughout the region (think Bamberg, etc.), Sebastian will be able to outfit you with something truly unexpected for your stay. You also may get the chance to meet Suzane, talented brewer and passionate ambassador for the local craft beer market. She is extremely knowledgeable and can also be found leading visitors around town via her Stuttgart Craft Beer Tours operation.
This is why we travel and this is why we should seek out soulful individuals like Sebastian and Suzane. If the weather is nice, take that beer on a stroll through the Schlossgarten and head over to Kraftpaule (1.7km). It's ok, you can do that in Germany.
What's Nearby?
(<2k/1.25m)
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