Stiegl Radler Raspberry Himbeere 4Pk Cans

Stiegl Radler Raspberry Himbeere 4Pk Cans is a 2.0% ABV Austrian fruit radler blending Stiegl Goldbräu lager with real raspberry juice, sold in a four-pack of cans. Built on a 40/60 ratio of lager to natural raspberry fruit soda, it stands out for its striking bright-pink pour and genuinely fruit-forward character that sets it apart from the flood of artificially flavored shandy-style beers on the market.

Quick Facts: ABV: 2.0%  |  Origin: Salzburg, Austria  |  Style: Fruit Radler  |  Brewery: Stieglbrauerei zu Salzburg

Production & Heritage

Stieglbrauerei zu Salzburg, founded in 1492, is Austria's largest independent brewery and one of the oldest private breweries in the country. The Raspberry Himbeere radler starts with Stiegl Goldbräu, a Salzburg-style Helles lager brewed with Alpine spring water drawn from the foothills near the brewery, then blends it at a precise 40% beer to 60% real raspberry juice-soda ratio. This higher fruit proportion distinguishes it from many radlers that rely on flavoring extracts, giving the Himbeere a more authentic fruit-juice character and slightly more effervescence than the brand's grapefruit and lemon variants.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh raspberry jam dominates immediately, followed by a faint whiff of grain from the underlying lager. The scent is clean, bright, and unmistakably fruity without any artificial candy overtones.

Taste: The entry is sweet and berry-forward, closer to raspberry soda than traditional beer. At mid-palate, the Goldbräu lager base emerges with light bready malt, providing just enough structure to keep the sweetness from tipping into syrupy territory. Assertive carbonation lifts the fruit flavors and keeps everything lively.

Finish: Short and crisp, with a pleasant tartness that dries the palate quickly. A lingering hint of raspberry lingers, but the finish is clean enough to invite another sip almost immediately.

How to Drink Stiegl Radler Raspberry

Best served ice-cold, straight from the can or poured into a tall Pilsner glass to showcase that vivid pink color. At 2.0% ABV, it works as a sessionable standalone refresher, but also functions surprisingly well as a cocktail ingredient. In a Raspberry Shandy Spritz, top a glass of Prosecco with a splash of this radler for an effervescent brunch drink. Use it to build a Berry Radler Mule by combining it with ginger beer and fresh lime for a low-ABV take on the Moscow Mule. It also works in a Berliner Fizz, mixed with elderflower liqueur and a squeeze of lemon for a floral, fruit-forward sipper.

Best For

• Afternoon cookouts and patio sessions where low alcohol is a priority
• Introducing non-beer-drinkers to the radler category
• Pairing with brunch dishes as a lighter alternative to mimosas
• Hot-weather refreshment after outdoor activities like hiking or cycling

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stiegl Radler Raspberry taste like? It drinks more like a lightly carbonated raspberry soda than a traditional beer, with natural berry sweetness balanced by a subtle grain backbone from the Goldbräu lager base. The carbonation is assertive, keeping the body light and the finish crisp.

How does Stiegl Radler Raspberry compare to Schöfferhofer Grapefruit? Schöfferhofer Grapefruit uses a wheat beer base at 2.5% ABV, giving it a hazier body and slightly higher alcohol content, while Stiegl Radler Raspberry is built on a Helles lager at 2.0% ABV, resulting in a cleaner, more effervescent mouthfeel. The Stiegl leans sweeter and berry-forward, whereas Schöfferhofer tilts toward citrus tartness.

Is Stiegl Radler Raspberry good for beginners? Absolutely — the 2.0% ABV and fruit-juice-dominant flavor profile make it one of the most accessible radlers available, especially for anyone who finds conventional beer too bitter or heavy.

Where is Stiegl Radler Raspberry made? It is brewed at the Stieglbrauerei zu Salzburg in Salzburg, Austria, a privately owned brewery operating since 1492 that sources its water from Alpine springs near the brewery.

What foods pair well with Stiegl Radler Raspberry? Fresh goat cheese salads complement the berry sweetness with tangy contrast. Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers match the light body without competing for attention. Fruit tarts and berry desserts echo the raspberry character. Soft pretzels with mustard offer a traditional Austrian pairing that balances the sweetness with savory salt.

What sizes does Stiegl Radler Raspberry come in? The most widely available format in the U.S. market is the four-pack of cans, though single cans and larger multipacks may appear depending on region.

Is Stiegl Radler Raspberry worth the price? It positions as a moderately priced import radler, and the use of real raspberry juice rather than artificial flavoring gives it a quality edge over many domestic shandy competitors in the same price tier.

Why Stiegl Radler Raspberry?

The 60% real raspberry juice ratio is the defining feature here — most competing radlers and shandies use flavor concentrates or extracts, resulting in a more artificial taste. Stiegl's 500-plus-year brewing heritage lends credibility to what could otherwise be dismissed as a novelty product. The 2.0% ABV places it firmly in the sessionable, low-alcohol category that continues to grow in demand, and the Alpine spring water used in the Goldbräu base contributes a clean, mineral crispness that supports rather than fights the fruit. For a fruit radler, it is remarkably well-constructed.