Chuckanut Rauch Marzen Lager

Rauch Marzen Lager
Balanced smoky flavors and aromatics, rich, slightly caramelized
Balanced smoky flavors and aromatics, rich, slightly caramelized

It was wonderful in the 1700’s when clean tasting malts became available, but malt dried over wood fires never disappeared. The heart of “Smoked” beer lies in Bamberg, Germany where Rauch Bier is the choice drink! Beech wood is gathered from the surrounding forests and used to fuel the smoke houses where the malt is dried. The resulting beers are light to dark brown, with quietly intense smokiness backed by malt in the nose. In Rauch Bier, rich malty smoke dominates the palate, with an undertone of fruity notes, and the beer finishes nice and dry. These beers are assertive, unique, and fascinating, but are surprisingly delicious!

FOOD PAIRING // Barbecue is a natural choice to go with smoked beers. Smoked meats, fishes, and cheese all match incredibly well. Fresh bacon or braised pork belly can be delightfully paired with Rauch Bier. This all might sound like a little too much smoke, but it isn’t! The beer pairs so well with smoked foods! Rauch Bier will virtually go with anything from Mexican to Chinese food. Open fire grilled food works exceptionally well, so bring on the charred steaks and burgers!

OG: 13 Plato ABV: 5.5% IBU’S: 20