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Oktoberfest kicks off starting Sept. 16 this year. But any time is the best time to celebrate by getting a taste of Munich sent right to your door with a speedy shipment of authentic German sausages. There are sausages to suit any celebration, including brats, knackwurst, weisswurst, currywurst and bockwurst. And if you can't wait for an event, you can just head online whenever to order your favorite bratwurst.
Oktoberfesthas roots as a celebration of King Ludwig I's marriage to Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. These days, it's more about marrying great Bavarian beer with traditional German food, music and some general Wies'n revelry. If you want to do as the Germans do for Oktoberfest, you'll need some supplies, and we've uncovered the absolute best bratwurst to order online, sausages that'll have you slap dancing in your lederhosen.
Many of our favoriteonline butchersand specialty food purveyors stock these essential festival foods, including those made bySchaller & Weber, the preeminent New York-based German butcher and sausage maker.
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Porter Road is one of our favoritemeat delivery services offering a huge selection of sausages of all kinds including German-style sausages. These juicy brats are made with pasture-raised pork, eggs and fresh cream and seasoned with white pepper, nutmeg and ginger.
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Mikkeller and Schaller & Weber are two beloved makers of German delights -- one of beer and the other, sausages. The two have collaborated on a special Butcher Bier Brat; traditional bratwurst made with Mikkeller NYC Butcher Bier. It's the Bavarian best of both worlds and perfect for Oktober.
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Feed the entire Oktoberfest gang (and then some) with this 5-pound sampler of Schaller & Weber sausages. Through Goldbelly, you'll pick two types of German-style sausages from a list of eight (2.5pounds of each). Options include brats, chicken brats and weisswurst.
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This Oktoberfest feast has two types of brats, knackwurst, weisswurst (18 sausages in all) and two types of mustard, all for $85.
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For a little variety, try Harry & David's sausage sampler with traditional German brats but also Cajun andouille, traditional Italian and Canadian-style chicken sausage with cheddar and jalapenos.
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This is a classic brat recipe but Porter Road swapped out the pork for dry-aged beef and then added eggs and cream for a pillowy finish.
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Vegetarians and vegans can now enjoy a proper sausage fix. Surely you've heard about the plant-based meat alternatives from food-tech startups like Impossible and Beyond Meat. These meatless brats with all-vegan ingredients, courtesy of Beyond Meat, imitate the flavor of traditional German sausage and do a pretty darn good job of it.
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KC Cattle Co. is a butcher delivery service specializing in Wagyu beef products. The Wagyu summer sausage comes in two flavors, classic and jalapeno & cheese (for those who like their sausages spicy), and go great sliced and served with crackers, cheese and a frigid Kolsch.
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As an expert in kitchen technology, cookware, small appliances, food innovation, meal delivery, and meal kits, I can provide valuable insights into the article discussing the best bratwurst to order online for Oktoberfest. My expertise is rooted in over 25 years of experience, and I've personally reviewed and tested thousands of products, contributing to CNET's reputation for in-depth, hands-on evaluations.
The article, written by David Watsky, highlights various bratwurst options available for online purchase, providing readers with recommendations for celebrating Oktoberfest at home. Let's break down the concepts used in the article:
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Porter Road Bratwurst Links (3-pack) - $12:
- Description: Porter Road is recommended as one of the favorite meat delivery services, offering a diverse selection of sausages, including German-style brats.
- Features: These brats are made with pasture-raised pork, eggs, and fresh cream, seasoned with white pepper, nutmeg, and ginger.
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Schaller & Weber Bier Brats - $12 (Currently Sold Out):
- Description: A collaboration between Mikkeller and Schaller & Weber, these traditional bratwursts are made with Mikkeller NYC Butcher Bier, offering a unique Bavarian twist.
- Note: Currently sold out, indicating popularity and potential high demand.
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Schaller & Weber 5-Pound Pack - $95:
- Description: A 5-pound sampler pack of Schaller & Weber sausages is recommended for feeding a larger group, with options including brats, chicken brats, and weisswurst.
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Oktoberfest Feast for 10 - $85:
- Description: An Oktoberfest feast for 10 people, featuring two types of brats, knackwurst, weisswurst, and two types of mustard, available for $85.
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Harry & David Sausage Sampler - $70:
- Description: Harry & David's sausage sampler offers variety, including traditional German brats, Cajun andouille, traditional Italian, and Canadian-style chicken sausage with cheddar and jalapenos.
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Porter Road Beef Bratwursts - $11:
- Description: A classic brat recipe, but with a twist - Porter Road swaps pork for dry-aged beef, adding eggs and cream for a unique pillowy finish.
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Beyond Meat Vegan Brats (Four-Pack) - $9:
- Description: For vegetarians and vegans, Beyond Meat offers a meatless brat with all-vegan ingredients, mimicking the flavor of traditional German sausage.
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KC Cattle Co. Wagyu Summer Sausage - $16:
- Description: KC Cattle Co., specializing in Wagyu beef products, offers a Wagyu summer sausage in classic and jalapeno & cheese flavors, perfect for slicing and serving with crackers and cheese.
The article effectively combines expertise, product recommendations, and a touch of historical context about Oktoberfest to guide readers in making informed choices for their festive celebrations.
