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Federbrau: A German-Inspired Thai Lager Beer Review
Linn Satt
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| Beer Name and Brewery: | Federbrau (Federbräu) - Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev), brewed at Cosmos Brewery |
| Style/Type: | Helles Lager (German-style light lager) |
| ABV: | 4.70% - 5.0% ABV (sources vary slightly) |
| IBU: | Not widely reported, but typical for Helles style (18-25 IBU range) |
| Availability and Price Point: | Available throughout Thailand and Southeast Asia, mid-range pricing for local market |
What It Looks Like
Appearance: Light golden color that's clear and bright, just like you'd expect from a German lager
Packaging: The bottle has a cool design with a red feather logo on a green bottle that looks distinctly German
How It Tastes
Smell: You'll notice some burnt malt and tobacco-like aromas mixed with herbal and smoky notes, plus the typical grain smell from pilsner malts
Taste: Light and refreshing with a malty sweetness. The brewers combined rich German malt flavors with Thai rice to create something unique to Thailand
Feel: Light-bodied and smooth, though it can be a bit overcarbonated. Overall, it's crisp and easy to drink
Finish: Clean and refreshing, ending the way a good lager should
How It's Made
Ingredients: They follow German purity laws using barley malt, hops, water, and yeast. The malt is imported from Germany and comes from a single source. Thai rice is added as a local twist
When to Find It: This is a regular beer you can find year-round, not a seasonal or limited release
When and What to Drink It With
Food Pairings: Perfect with Thai food, grilled seafood, light salads, and spicy Asian dishes. The crisp taste cuts through rich, oily foods really well
Temperature: Serve it cold at 38-42°F (3-6°C) for the best taste
Best Times: Great for casual drinking, hot weather, or when you're eating Southeast Asian food
Similar Beers: If you like Singha, Chang, or German lagers like Löwenbräu Original or Spaten Premium Lager, you'll probably enjoy this
About the Brewery
Company Background: Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) was started in Thailand in October 2003 to bring together Thailand's biggest beer and spirits companies
Other Beers They Make: Chang Beer (their most famous brand), Chang Light, and Chang Draught
What We Think
Overall Rating: Beer enthusiasts on Untappd give it a 2.7 out of 5 stars - it's a decent session beer that tries to mix German brewing traditions with Thai tastes
Is It Worth the Money? It's a good value for a locally made beer that uses imported ingredients
Who Should Try It: If you like lighter, crisp lagers with German influence, enjoy Thai beers, or want an easy-drinking beer for hot weather, this is for you
