The Ottakringer Brewery criticizes the price war for beer in retail and emphasizes the value of beer as an agricultural product. The price of beer in the store is now far too cheap, says Tobias Frank – director of the Ottakringer Brewery. This now focuses on innovations such as lighter beers. However, the Krügerl is becoming increasingly expensive at the inn, which is why more and more people are foregoing the pleasure of the guest garden. Read here what the “Krone” community thinks about current beer prices!
Price increase not justified for “an Ottakringer”.
In addition to the vast majority who criticized the current prices for beer in restaurants, there were also voices who could not quite understand the increase in the cost of the brewery’s variety of beer. Christoph3 describes the opinion of our readers very clearly with one question. Seppdahoam has little insight into inflation. For example, he prefers to consume offerings from smaller breweries and also reveals his favorite brand.
“I only like beer in the restaurant”
For Alexander1940 The current beer prices in the pub gardens are not yet a problem; At home he also prefers healthier alternatives. However, if there were further price increases, things would look different.
“Sorry, way too expensive”
As mentioned earlier, most people think that the price of beer in restaurants is now completely out of proportion. reader distributor refers, for example, to the much cheaper prices abroad. He is therefore not surprised that more and more restaurants have to close due to a lack of customers. Tasmanian Devil And everyone23 They therefore only grab beer offers in the supermarket, because wages would not grow along with the price increase. WoodyXXL367b also suspects that this measure may also bring the hosts back to their senses.
Does Austria have a ‘beer problem’?
Although they are few in comparison, a few of our users understand the high prices or even a price increase for beer. KEINGESCHWURBEL for example, criticizes that the barley drink is much cheaper than non-alcoholic alternatives – in his or her opinion this is incomprehensible. Mietzekatzen246 And proven They think the popular after-work drink is too cheap! Higher prices may even lead to fewer people with alcohol problems. Looters goes even further and considers beer a gateway drug. He demands that consumption be regulated.
What do you think about beer? Do you think the current prices are too expensive or do you still think they are appropriate, especially in the catering industry? Does Austria have a ‘beer problem’? What other brands and variants are your favorites? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
Source: Krone
I’m Ben Stock, a journalist and author at Today Times Live. I specialize in economic news and have been working in the news industry for over five years. My experience spans from local journalism to international business reporting. In my career I’ve had the opportunity to interview some of the world’s leading economists and financial experts, giving me an insight into global trends that is unique among journalists.
