German Drinking Laws That Will Surprise You Trivia Quiz

A Berliner Weisse is commonly found in Berlin.  It's usually made with either raspberry or woodruff syrup and served in a small bowl shaped glass with a straw. 

True. Starting at age 14, one can drink undistilled (beer and wine) in Germany provided they are in present or a parent or guardian. Once they reach the age of 16, a parent or guardian need not be present.

Yeast and wheat were not originally included as ingredients - wheat was specifically reserved for bakers.

True. There is no law in Germany, which prevents under age drinking while in a private residence.

True. It is legal to drink and drive in Germany provided:
• The driver is under legal blood alcohol limits,
• The driver is not under the age of 21 or has less than two years of driving experience,
• You are not a professional driver, bus or lorry driver and not transporting passengers commercially.

False.  You can purchase alcohol on these days, but holding public parties is strictly forbidden.

False.  German laws are NOT legislated to keep young people away from alcohol, rather to teach them about it.

All beers served during Oktoberfest must be made in Munich and contain at least 6% alcohol.

True.  50% of German states have abolished set opening and closing hours for licensed establishments leaving it up to the discretion of the owner.

False. One must be 18-years old in Germany in order to consume distilled spirits publicly.