Raise your bier mug and brace yourself for some great brews of Paulaner, because Oktoberfest celebration is back in Malaysia!
Yes, yes, it's THE month again, the time when Guinness Anchor Berhad adds the "fest" to "Oktober" along with special limited edition 1 litre Ceramic Oktoberfest Mug. Party-goers stand a chance to get the limited edition mug with metal lid when they choose from the selected award winning beers, which include: Tiger, Guinness, Heineken and the special Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier, exclusively prepared for Oktoberfest.
So here is when I say "Did you know" *cough*conversation starters*cough*:
1. This celebration initially started as wedding celebration in 1810 to commemorate the union between Crown Prince Ludwig (who later became King Ludwig I) and Princess Therese of Saxe- Hildburghausen at Theresienwiese (translated as Therese's meadow / field)- it is for this reason that Oktoberfest is referred to by Germans as ‘die Wiesn’ or ‘the field’
2. Through the years, Oktoberfest celebrations have had a number of different elements and activities, including horse races, street parades (in traditional costumes), live music, dancing and of course the appreciation of authentic Munich-brewed beer.
3. All Oktoberfest beers are approximately 13% proof (about 6% alcohol), meaning they are a little bit stronger than their “non-Oktoberfest” variants
4. For 2013, the Oktoberfest festival proper will run from 21 September 2013 to October 6 2013 – a total of 16 days of culture, cuisine and beers
For more information, click on the link (https://www.facebook.com/OktoberfestMY) to get to the Oktoberfest Malaysia Facebook Page for updates on exciting events and promotions.
Ready, get set, down!! But remember to drink responsibly!!
P.s. The German word for "yes" is "ja" (ya), you know, in case someone asks "Can I buy you a drink?" *wink wink*
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