Episode 125 - The Festbier Files! (Oktoberfest Special)

The Hop Addition

Grab your steins and join us for a deep dive into the golden heart of Germany’s greatest beer celebration — Oktoberfest! In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re cracking open a few classic Festbiers and Märzens to explore what makes these brews the true taste of autumn.

We’ll be tasting:
🍺 Augustiner Festbier
🍺 Ayinger Märzen
🍺 Giesinger Festbier
…and even Andy’s own homebrewed Festbier!

Expect plenty of chat on the origins of Märzen and the rise of Festbier, how to tell them apart, and the brewing science behind each — from malt and yeast selection to fermentation, lagering, and decoction mashing.

Huge thanks to our partner The Malt Miller, your go-to for everything homebrew. Don’t forget to check out the Hop Addition recipe section and grab your tickets to the upcoming Love and Beer Festival, where you can meet us in person and sample some of our own brews!

💬 Got a favourite Festbier or Märzen? Let us know on socials and share what’s in your glass.

So fill your stein, cue the brass band, and get ready for a Wunderbar evening of German beer talk and good vibes. Prost! 🍻

👉 Next up: A special episode discussing all things dispense related, kegs, taps, gas and more!