Think German beer and it is likely that a pale, straw-colored German Pilsner is the first thing to pop into your mind. The casual beer drinker can be forgiven for thinking that all German brewers produce the same stuff.
The German beer scene is actually more complex than many people think and the country produces a vast range of lagers and ales. As an introduction to the many beers of Germany, here are 10 examples of great beers in the most popular styles.