Oktoberfest products

Oktoberfest Music CDs

	German Drinking and Beer Garden Songs: 14 All-time Favorites (2000) || LISTEN REVIEW: The reason why German albums sold in North America are so often compilations of beer-drinking songs such as this compilation of 14 all-time favorites from the Bavarian Beer Singers is that drinking beer is very important in Germany. Not because the beer is so good, indeed a good reason per se, but because it is a venue to socialize and enjoy the company of other people. All Germans know most if not all of these songs by heart--from "Trink, Trink, Brüderlein Trink" to "Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit"--and they can evoke homesickness or nostalgia. The liner notes give these instructions "How to enjoy this album": Pour yourself a stein of beer.  Turn on the compact disc.  Sit down in a comfortable chair, take a sip of beer, close your eyes, and visualize the scene. They've got it almost right--this is really music to sing with other people, so after you pour your beer and put the CD on--sit down with a good friend or a few to enjoy. ~ Review by Erik Macki Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Oktoberfest in Germany (1991) || LISTEN Contains the most popular traditional Oktoberfest hits. Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Oktoberfest in Germany (1999) | 2 CDs | LISTEN The first CD in this 2-CD set contains the same songs as the 1991 release by the same title. The 2nd CD has an additional 18 tracks not included on the earlier release. Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	German Beer-Drinking Songs (1996) | 42 tracks | LISTEN Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	An American Oktoberfest (2001) | LISTEN Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Oktoberfest: At the County Fair (1998) | LISTEN REVIEW: Anyone who has lived in a city with a large German population -- whether it's Munich, Berlin or Hamburg or Chicago, New York or Philadelphia -- is well aware of Oktoberfest. An annual festival celebrating German culture, Oktoberfest is a tradition in both European and American cities. The music of choice at Oktoberfest is polka, which is what the band Oktoberfest embraces on the entirely instrumental At the Country Fair. Those who have attended Oktoberfest gatherings should be quite familiar with "Sine Cura," "Der Froliche Wandersmann," "Zum Volksfest" and other traditional German polka songs heard on this CD. Unfortunately, the liner notes are poor -- it would have been nice to read about the history behind "Es War Einmol Ein Creuer Husar," "Schwarze Amsel" or "Die Lustigen Hannoveraner." Many world music releases boast comprehensive liner notes, and At the Country Fair is certainly deserving of that. The music itself, however, is as enjoyable and uplifting as it is exuberant. ~ Review by Alex Henderson, All Music Guide Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Oktoberfest: Favorite German Beergarden Songs (1994) || LISTEN Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	German Beer Drinking & Merrymaking Songs: Featuring Music From The Octoberfest In Munich (1997) || LISTEN Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Folksongs from Bavaria (1991) || LISTEN Contains the most popular traditional Oktoberfest hits. Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	German Folk Songs (1993) || LISTEN Contains the most popular traditional Oktoberfest hits. Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris
	Ach Ya! : Traditional German-American Music from Wisconsin (2005) Buy CD at AMAZON | Find CD at alibris

Oktoberfest & Beer

	BOOK: Prost! The Story of German Beer, by Horst Dornbusch, 162 p. (1998) | DESCRIPTION: Nowhere has the history of beer been so intimately intertwined with the political, religious, and cultural history of the land and its people as in Germany. The book traces the 3,000-year-old story of German beer from its turbid beginnings among tribal bands in the forests to the crisp, clean gems we drink today. The subtle secrets of German beer are revealed. Readers will find out what makes it special and sets it apart and learn why Germany is arguably the greatest beer culture in the world. They will examine the ingredients that go into authentic German beers and follow the processes that make these beers. "Prost! is perhaps the only work in English that details how the political, economic, and social history of Germany are inextricably linked to its brewing history and culture. . . . Finally, there is an accurate, comprehensive overview of the history of beer and brewing in Germany that obviates the need to pore over volumes of dry history books, each of which may contain as little as one or two relevant bits about brewing." ~ From the Foreword by Eric Warner, Owner of Tabernash Brewing Company. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 The Dawn of German Beer | 2 Elsewhere in the Ancient World | 3 Of Hausfrau Brewsters, Vassals, Monks, and Nuns | 4 Saint Gall: Megabrewery of the Dark Ages | 5 The Struggle for Purity--But Where's the Yeast? | 6 Of Burghers and Guilds and Free Brewers | 7 A Private Trading Empire Built on Beer | 8 Wheat Ales: An Upper Crust Quaff Makes a Flip-Flop | 9 Here Come de Yeast ... and Modern Brewing | 10 Beer Making for the Uninitiated | 11 Brewing in Style | 12 German Ale Styles | 13 German Lager Styles | Appendix | Glossary Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	BOOK: Bavarian Helles: History, Brewing Techniques, Recipes, by Horst Dornbusch, 200 p. (2000) | TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 Helles Throughout History | 2 Profile of Helles | 3 Ingredients for Helles | 4 Brewing Helles Lagers | 5 Recipe Guidelines | Appendix A-I | Glossary Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	BOOK: German Wheat Beer, by Eric Warner, 161 p. (1992) | TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 Why the Elixir of Life is so Popular | 2 Sensory Profile of German Wheat Beers | 3 Physical and Chemical Composition | 4 Brewing a Weissbier | 5 Fermenting, Conditioning and Packaging Weissbier | 6 How to Drink a Weissbier and What to Eat With It | 7 Recipes for the Weizen Lover | Appendix 1-2 | Glossary Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	BOOK: Homebrewing for Dummies, by Marty Nachel, 432 p. (1997) | DESCRIPTION: For true beginners, this book in the For Dummies series will get you started in the art of homebrew. Once you've honed your technique, there is a whole chapter of recipes for mostly German lagers, including one for Oktoberfest/Märzen beer, and another chapter with wheat beer recipes, half of which are German-style. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 Why the Elixir of Life is so Popular | 2 Sensory Profile of German Wheat Beers | 3 Physical and Chemical Composition | 4 Brewing a Weissbier | 5 Fermenting, Conditioning and Packaging Weissbier | 6 How to Drink a Weissbier and What to Eat With It | 7 Recipes for the Weizen Lover | Appendix 1-2 | Glossary Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	BEER BREWING KIT: German Oktoberfest Home Beer Brewing Ingredient Kit, by The Home Brewery DESCRIPTION: Oktoberfest is Germany's festival beer. The kit uses a blend of Light, Amber, and wheat dry malt extracts to produce a bright copper color lager with a creamy white head. This beer is nicely balanced with a traditional blend of Hallertauer, Hersbrucker, and Tettnanger hops. This is one of our personal favorites for introducing new people to fine homebrew. All great beers have two things in common: the finest ingredients and the best recipes. This kit has both.With freshness and quality in mind, we produce all our kits on demand. We want you to make good beer the first time and every time. Our beer making kits come with complete instructions that are easy to read and follow. They contain all the ingredients needed to produce five gallons of great homebrew: dry malt extract, specialty grains with a grain bag for steeping, hops, yeast, clarifier, and priming sugar (for carbonating). Even a first-time brewer can make great beer with one of these kits, but the quality and convenience keep even experienced home brewers coming back for more. You will need to own basic homebrewing equipment to boil, ferment and bottle this beer. Buy Oktoberfest beer brewing kit today!
	BEER PUMP: Deluxe German Beer Pump, by KegWorks DESCRIPTION: Very high quality steel rod and pump with German coupler, approximately 18 1/2" in height. Because it pumps oxygen into the keg, this pump is meant to tap a keg for a party or gathering. To keep beer fresher longer, a CO2 system should be used. Example Beers: Spaten, Warsteiner, Paulaner. Coupler can be taken off and replaced with another type. Buy German beer pump today!

Oktoberfest & Food

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	COOKBOOK: Oktoberfest: A Fest Feast: A Book of Traditional Recipes, by Patrick Jaros, 124p. (1998) TABLE OF CONTENTS: City map | Plan of the site | 5000 years of beer | Bavarian treats | A brief phrasebook. Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	COOKBOOK: Authentic Homestyle German Recipes, by Gini Youngkrantz, 290 p. (1997) | DESCRIPTION: Over 280 recipes found in German kitchens. Additionally the cookbook has the history of the city of Heidelberg, Germany as well as common German sayings translated into English, many helpful hints and German traditions. All ingredients can be found in U.S. food stores and measurements are in the English system. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Preface: Using this cookbook | Conversion table | Dietary considerations | Spices and herbs Recipes: Breads | Soups | Salads | Vegetables | Meats | Casseroles | Desserts | Cakes | Baked Goods | Jams | Drinks Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	SAUSAGE: Oktoberfest Bratwurst Sampler, by Wisconsinmade | DESCRIPTION: Includes one 4 pack of Knackwurst, one 5 pack of pre-cooked Red Lager Beer Bratwurst, one 6 pack of Nürnberger Bratwurst, one 5 pack of Munich Weisswurst and one 5 pack of Smoked Beer Brats. Approximately 5-6 pounds. All fully cooked and individually cryovac air-sealed for freshness! Ships Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. Buy Oktoberfest bratwurst sampler today!
	SAUSAGE: Bavarian Old-Fashioned Natural Casing Wieners, by Wisconsinmade QUANTITY: 5-lb. box / 8-10 wieners per lb. DESCRIPTION: These Old-Fashioned Natural Casing Wieners from Bavaria Sausage Kitchen are made with lean beef, pork and natural spices and stuffed into a natural casing. That's why they snap when you bite into them. A very old German authentic sausage that you and your kids will love. Ships Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. Buy Bavarian natural casing wieners today!
	SAUSAGE: Bavaria's Most Popular Brat Combo, by Wisconsinmade QUANTITY: 6 lbs. DESCRIPTION: Three pounds of Smoked Beer Brats and three pounds of Precooked Bavaria Bratwurst, both made with lean beef and pork. Perfect for those last minute get togethers and Oktoberfest parties. Ships Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. Buy Bavaria's most popular brat combo today!
	SAUSAGE: Bavaria Munich Weisswurst, by Wisconsinmade QUANTITY: 6 lbs. or 10 lbs., approximately 4 sausages per lb. DESCRIPTION: Bavaria's Munich Weisswurst is a Bavarian specialty made from the finest cuts of veal and pork with mild spices. Just heat and serve. This is a very tender and super mild bratwurst - use low heat so as not to break open the casing. Requires expedited shipping to ensure freshness. Ships Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. Buy 6 lb. package / 10 lb. package of sausage today!
	CHEESE: Oktoberfest Cheese Assortment, by IGOURMET | DESCRIPTION: Assortment of four German cheeses: Bruder Basil, Butterkase, Paladin Blue and Allgau Emmentaler (Bavarian Swiss). Each cheese is an 8 ounce package. Imported from Germany. Buy 2-lb. Oktoberfest Cheese Assortment today!
	CONDIMENTS: German Mustard 2-pack, by KÜHNE DESCRIPTION: 1 jar of sweet German mustard and 1 jar of extra hot mustard, both imported from Germany. Eithertraditional spread is well-suited to pair with rich German sausages, and cold roasted meats. Buy German mustard today!

More Oktoberfest items

	DOLL: Oktoberfest Barbie, by Mattel DESCRIPTION: Collector edition Barbie dressed in traditional German dirndl costume. Ages 3 to 12. Buy DOLL at AMAZON
	BOOK: Oktoberfest: Insider Guide, by Sabine Käfer, 136p. (2005) Buy book at AMAZON | Find book at alibris
	DVD: Oktoberfest in Münich, by Educational Video Network (2004) DESCRIPTION: Oktoberfest features parades, music, dancing, carnival rides, lots of food, and one of the largest aggregations of revelers in the world. Discover the cultural and linguistic benefits of this celebration. Buy DVD at AMAZON | Find DVD at alibris
	DVD: Munich's Oktoberfest, by Educational Video Network i(2004) DESCRIPTION: What started as a wedding party more than 180 years ago is still going strong. Every year, millions of people visit the Oktoberfest grounds in Munich to enjoy a slice of Bavarian life. Buy DVD at AMAZON | Find DVD at alibris
	DECORATIONS: Oktoberfest Decorating Kit, by Shindigz DESCRIPTION: Each kit includes one 19" and two 14" tissue balls, two 18" bier stube signs, twelve 20" die-cuts, one 7 ½' banner, two 25" tissue fans, 15 musical instruments and four 12' tissue garlands. Buy Oktoberfest decorating kit today!
	CLOTHING: Oktoberfest T-Shirt, unisex, by T-Shirts.com DESCRIPTION: 100% cotton shirt with Octoberfest crest print on the front. Buy Oktoberfest T-Shirt today!
	POSTER: Das Oktoberfest, by allposters.com DESCRIPTION: 27x 20-inch poster of the inside of a German beer tent at Oktoberfest. Buy Oktoberfest poster today!
	POSTER: Woman at Oktoberfest, by allposters.com DESCRIPTION: 24 x 18-inch poster of a German woman in a traditional Bavarian costume holding a Maß of beer at Oktoberfest Buy Oktoberfest poster today!