Serving Ritual: In traditional Kölsch serving establishments, servers known as "Köbes" move around the pub or beer hall with trays containing multiple glasses of Kölsch. They often serve the beer directly from the tray, replacing empty glasses with freshly poured ones without needing to ask. This continuous service is part of the experience and adds to the convivial atmosphere of the beer halls.
Kölsch is typically served in small, cylindrical glasses known as "Stange" glasses. These glasses are narrow and tall, holding around 0.2 liters of beer. The size of the glass allows for the beer to be consumed while it's still cold and fresh.
Marking the Consumption: Kölsch servers mark your coaster to keep track of how many glasses you've consumed. Each mark represents a glass of beer consumed, and your bill is calculated based on the number of marks at the end of your visit.
