St. Erhard (officially typeset St. ERHARD) is a German

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from the region of

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. The beer positions itself as a luxury brand and is predominantly exported to Asia.

Product

St. Erhard beer is brewed according to the

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(German purity law) of 1516 and has an

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of 12.5 degrees Plato with an alcohol content of 5% by volume. The beer can mainly be found in the

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market.

Branding

The brand positions itself as a premium product. Unlike most other beer brands St. Erhard comes in a clear glass

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which has a label printed on the glass and a varnished UV protection.

Trademark

The brand name 'St. ERHARD' is an internationally registered trademark for beer and related products and services.

International locations

References

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External links

Official St. ERHARD Website
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