Gaffel Wiess beer

Gaffel Wiess is a traditional top-fermented beer specialty from Cologne, Germany. It is considered the unfiltered precursor to the more famous Kölsch style, historically being the 'national drink' of Cologne residents until the mid-20th century.

The brand is owned and produced by the Privatbrauerei Gaffel Becker & Co., a medium-sized brewery deeply rooted in the history of the Rhineland. Unlike many global beverage brands, Gaffel has maintained its independence as a family-owned brewery, which is a significant point of pride for local German beer culture. The production remains localized within the Cologne region to ensure the authenticity and protected geographical status associated with the style.