Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu is a revered name in German brewing, and a popular choice for those browsing craft beer online at TheCru.ie. Combining two iconic Munich breweries under one banner, Spaten and Franziskaner are celebrated worldwide for their premium lagers and traditional wheat beers. While Irish craft beer remains at the heart of our selection, international favourites like these are essential to any serious craft beer Ireland lineup. Now available through our craft beer Dublin shop and online store, Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu offers clean, classic styles with centuries of brewing pedigree behind every sip.
Producer Background
Spaten and Franziskaner are two of the oldest and most respected breweries in Germany. Spaten’s roots trace back to 1397, while Franziskaner’s name was first recorded in 1363. These two proud names eventually merged under the Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu banner, becoming a powerful symbol of Bavaria’s brewing legacy. Today, both brands operate under the global Anheuser-Busch InBev group, yet continue to brew to traditional German purity standards.
Spaten is best known for its crisp, balanced lagers, including its famous Münchner Hell and Oktoberfest Märzen, which remain highlights of the annual Munich Oktoberfest celebration. Franziskaner, by contrast, is world-renowned for its wheat beers – especially the classic Franziskaner Hefe-Weissbier, a cloudy golden ale with notes of banana, clove and spice. Each beer from Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu is brewed with exceptional attention to detail, using time-honoured German ingredients and techniques that preserve regional authenticity.
Their offerings are ideal for fans of German Beer seeking dependable quality and old-world brewing craftsmanship. Whether you're drawn to a crisp lager or a refreshing wheat beer, this producer brings an authentic taste of Munich to your glass.
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