Imagine, you’re parched, the sun beating down on you, and all you crave is a crisp, refreshing beer. You spot a sign in the distance advertising Reissdorf, a name synonymous with Cologne’s beloved Kolsch. You walk towards it, its familiar red and white lettering beckoning you. Right before you stands the iconic Reissdorf brewery, a testament to centuries of brewing tradition in Cologne. Reissdorf was founded in 1894, by Heinrich Reissdorf, a tailor who wanted to brew the best beer in Cologne. He had success, and the brewery boomed. The brewery is now a family-owned business and has been producing a high quality, light, and slightly sweet Kolsch, with its unique aroma, that people throughout the world have come to love. If you take a closer look at this building, you’ll notice a fascinating, moving neon sign. It’s a landmark of the city, a testament to a bygone era of advertising. It depicts a figure holding a glass of Kolsch. As the figure drinks, its body actually fills up with light.
This advertisement is more than just a neon sign, it’s a piece of history – a listed building, like a mini cathedral for beer lovers. If you enjoy a taste of history with your beer, this is the place for your next Kolsch.
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