Paulaner Wins German Trademark Case Against Berentzen Over Spezi Design Rights

On August 5, 2025, Munich Regional Court I delivered a significant ruling in favour of Germany's Paulaner Brewery Group in a trademark dispute, highlighting the intense competitive landscape in the European beverage market. The case (Case No. 33 O 14496/24) centred on "Spezi" – a German cola-beer mix drink that has become a cultural [...]

A Design Rights Dispute Concerning “Spezi” Between Paulaner and Berentzen, and What You Need to Know About Trademark Law in Germany

Waves, circles, and colour combinations inspired by wallpaper – what sounds peculiar at first is a serious legal dispute in design law currently being heard at the Munich Regional Court I (LG München I). Paulaner Brauerei Gruppe filed the lawsuit against its competitor Berentzen (Reference Number 33 0 14496/24). The dispute involves 250,000 euros and [...]

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