May 17, 2023
In this episode Bob and I head back to Germany to drink one of our favorite styles, the Schwarzbier. Sometimes called black lagers (the name literally means black beer), they may remind some of German-style dunkels, but Schwarzbiers are drier, darker and more roast-oriented. These very dark brown to black beers have a surprisingly pale-colored foam head (not excessively brown) with good cling quality. They have a mild roasted malt character without the associated bitterness. Malt flavor and aroma is at low to medium levels of sweetness.
Style examples:
1. Samuel Adams – Black Lager
2. Weeping Radish - Black Radish Dark Lager
3. Kostritzer – Schwarzbier
ABV: 4.4-5.4%%
IBUs: 20-35
Color: 19-30
Serving Temp: 40-45
Beer Representation: Mast Head Brewing Company – Svartalfheim Schwarzbier
5.3% and N/A IBUs
Beer Description: Sometimes called black lagers (the name literally means black beer), they may remind some of German-style dunkels, but Schwarzbiers are drier, darker and more roast-oriented. These very dark brown to black beers have a surprisingly pale-colored foam head (not excessively brown) with good cling quality. They have a mild roasted malt character without the associated bitterness. Malt flavor and aroma is at low to medium levels of sweetness.
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