Schwarzbier

Style: Schwarzbier, or German Black Lager The Köstritzer brewery is located in Bad Köstritz, which is close to Gera in Thuringia. The brewery was founded in 1543 and it is one of the oldest producers of Schwarzbier (black lager) in Germany. One of the most famous drinkers of Köstritzer Schwarzbier was Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who sustained himself on black beer from Köstritz when he was unable to eat during a period of illness. Schwarzbier means “black beer” in German. It is a medium-bodied, malt-accented dark brew, very opaque and deep-sepia in color, with a chewy texture and a firm, creamy, long-lasting head. In spite of its dark color, it comes across as a soft and elegant brew that is rich, mild, and surprisingly balanced. It never tastes harsh, toasty or acrid. The beer is often referred to as a Schwarzpils, a “black Pils,” but, unlike a blond Pils, which can be assertively bitter, the hop bitterness in Schwarzbier is always gentle and subdued. In a glass, Schwarzbier looks much like a British dark ale, but looks can be deceiving. Schwarzbier, unlike a British ale, has a clean lager taste that leaves next to no perception of fruitiness on the palate. Instead, Schwarzbier produces very mild, almost bittersweet, notes of chocolate, coffee, and vanilla. Like most traditional German lagers, Schwarzbier has a malty middle, but the sweetness is never cloying or overpowering. The beer is moderately to well attenuated and the finish tends to be dry. Its alcohol level by volume is in the range of 4.5 to 5%, rarely higher. To accentuate the Schwarzbier’s dark elegance and appealing head, always serve it in a tall, fluted or tulip-shaped glass. 4.5%—5% ABV. Germany.

It’s not often that a great summer swell coincides with a full moon, but when they collide, nature affords us a rare opportunity to paddle out long after everyone has called it a day. These moments are a solitary pursuit with empty lineups, but those who carve graceful lines under a full moon understand how things can be dark lonely and rewarding at the same time. So next time you paddle in from an overcrowded beach break, remember that nothing tastes better than a cold beer after a session. We suggest a glass of this smooth roasty black lager for contemplating empty lineups and waves that go on for days. Most likely, you’ll long for epic summer swells under moon lit sessions opening the doors to isolation and empty secret spots of an age trying to pass us by. Note: Formerly Midnight Sessions Lager.

Brooklyn Winter Lager is our answer to the heavy ales and stouts that emerge in wintertime. Though dark in color with a sturdy presence, our Schwarzbier-inspired lager layers notes of chocolate, roasted barley, and dark bread into a 5.6% ABV frame that finishes surprisingly light and pleasantly dry. Winter means different things depending where you live, but Brooklyn Winter Lager is ready for any chill.

Cloaked in Mystery, this Black Lager is brewed with traditional old world ingredients and cutting edge lagering techniques. The perfect balance between old and new.

This black lager is light bodied and smooth with layered roasted malt characteristics and notes of unsweetened cacao nibs, carob and black coffee. Extra quaffable and dry with a pleasing long bitter finish.

A Bohemian Black Lager is a rare and delicious style of beer, referred to in Germany as Schwarzbier. Shiner Bohemian Black Lager remains true to this old-world style by using imported Czech Saaz and Styrains Hops and select roasted malts to make it our darkest beer. First brewed to commemorate our 97th anniversary, this Bohemian Black Lager remains true to the old-world heritage of the German and Czech immigrants that settled Shiner. Prosit!

We recently changed this recipe to drop the smoked malt component to 5% from 8%, and like it even better than the last version. We think we’re back in real Schwarzbier territory now, especially after reading more about the dark beers of old Eastern Europe. The beer’s aroma is malty/espresso, with a hint of smoke. On the palate, malt, chocolate and espresso flavors take center stage, along with a hint of smoke. The sweet smokiness just offsets the more bitter/roasty notes, producing a smooth, rich brew. The hops provide balance, but virtually nothing to the aroma. This is the perfect beer to serve with a barbecued steak or tri-tip. It’s also excellent with just about any chocolate dessert!

Discover Wallace Brewing 1910 Black Lager Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Don’t let the color fool you, this dark lager is full of surprises. An all German malt bill lends a depth of malt complexity to its body, with a touch of oak smoked wheat bringing each flavor together. A unique mashing technique was used to impart all of the dark color with only a hint of dark malt flavors, leaving this beer incredibly smooth and drinkable. All of this balanced with German Saaz hops, and you can bet the house on this Dark Horse!

Combining jet black color with incredibly smooth texture and decadent coffee flavor, BREWTALITY breaks the expectations of both rich espresso and dark beer to create a whole 'nuther beast. While brutal in alcoholic strength, this biggie beautifully showcases its roasted malt and coffee flavors without bringing on bitterness and bite. This is the first of two lagers in the series.

This German-style black lager has a deep color and gently roasted flavors balanced by an understated hoppiness. A thirst-quenching version of dark beer.

Discover Keweenaw Widow Maker Black Ale Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

A jet black full-bodied beer with a clean flavour of spices and hops. Subtle roasted taste of chocolate and coffee. Light with a mild malt body. Fresh, creamy, bittersweet. Das Schwarze is the black beer speciality for connoisseurs and lovers of the special taste.

RICH, ROASTED MALT NOTES HARMONIZE WITH THE LIGHT, CLEAN CHARACTER OF A LAGER

brewed with pale, munich, roasted barley, and a smattering of dark malts. German Northern Brewery and Saaz hops give it a little edge while 90lbs of pumpkin entrails, cinnamon, and ginger smooth over the crime scene. Limited availability

This crisp clean dark lager begins with hints of roasted coffee beans and rich chocolate but showcases a surprisingly light body and mouthfeel. This Schwarzbier (German for “Black Beer”) is moderately hopped with Noble German hops that complement the delicate malt backbone. Not to be underestimated this light lager is a true champion of flavor! Caw!

One time Mr. Raccoon took a long walk through a long field of tall grass. When he got to the edge, there was nothing. It was space. A vacuum. Being an adventuresome tiny bear rodent, he jumped off, but not into something, into nothing. As he fell through the starless abyss, in swooped Senorita Nighthawk, grabbing him by the neck scruff and flapping him off further into the darkness. There they came upon Archduke Flying Bear, and they all sang a song of bliss and ignorance and beers and laughter before going poof and becoming nothing. This nothing becomes an ethereal smooth dark lager from Thuringia.

We have taken the traditional Schwarzbier, intended to be a "session beer" with typically moderate alcohol, and almost doubled its strength to 7.6% alcohol by volume. We brewed our version with a fine balance of crystal and roasted malts and spiced it with noble hops. We fermented 5 O’Clock Shadow at cold temperatures with a select German lager yeast and cold-conditioned it for over four months to create a velvety smooth, easy-drinking springtime brew.

Trösten translating to “comfort beer”, a dark lager with rich notes of chestnut and toast. Carafa and smoked malts create rich flavors lingering on a surprisingly light, smooth finish. Brewed for the cold winter nights in Vermont, but can be enjoyed on any occasion.

This beer was brewed as a collaboration between Jack’s Abby and Evil Twin Brewing. This black lager blends various roasted and dark crystal malts. Aromas of chocolate, coffee, and a subtle nuttiness dominate this sweet full bodied lager. Brown malt and chocolate wheat malt were specially sourced for this beer from Valley Malt. Enjoy!

This dark & intriguing Schwarzbier is brewed with Chocolate Malt and German Tettnang hops for a balanced, Crisp, Clean taste. Dark caramel in flavor with a finish reminiscent of a Smoking Gun.

A roasted, cold-fermented German style Schwarzbier with coffee and chocolate notes.

If you grew up in the US, there's a solid chance you once thought lagers were pale-yellow, flavorless, over-carbonated, marketing-driven, adjunct-riddled shame poured into icy-frosted glassware. We've all been there. But now we're here. Behold: Schwarzbier, the blackest of lagers. This is the one you pull out when you have a fucking point to make about the diversity of lagers. Magnetron is malty, medium-bodied, and gently hopped. The magic of lagering makes this brew rich, but mild and well-balanced. Roasty and Rich Dark Chocolate Notes Crisp, Dry Finish World Beer Cup 2016 Silver Award

DARK IN COLOR, LIGHT IN BODY - NOTES OF CARAMEL, CHOCOLATE, AND ROASTED MALT - SMOOTH AND SESSION-ABLE

Black Bear has moderate malt flavors that finish clean and sweet, and are balanced out nicely with just a hint of bitterness. It is overall dark, but very pleasantly sweet with no harshness that most would expect from a dark beer.

This intensely dark Kulmbacher style lager has a superb malt complexity with the distinctive flavors and aromas of coffee, caramel and chocolate. A renowned smoothness and a creamy, tan head make it an all-time brewery favorite.

When embers crackle into charred sultry puffs, a mystical serenity draws near. Hinterland’s stilling hush nestles quietly while being calmly at rest. Belly and lungs fill then clear with soothing huffs as drumming thumps begin revealing extraordinary realms. Entering fantastic possibilities and potentials, worlds within worlds manifest... The enchanting Schwarzbier hails from Germany's historic middle ages. Progressing upon the hallowed dark essentials, this bier swiftly joined the flagship ranks, flowing especially well. Conceived by cozy Pilsner mixed with slow-fired Cara Vienna, Black Prinz and Caramel Munich 40 malts, 33 Acres of Darkness has evolved into a supernatural lager. Summoning hoppiness through nicely biting Perle and Magnum hops, gently toasted sugars evoke rich cocoa and subtle coffee blitzes. These tidy undertones ebb sips to settings, while easy-going textures socially invite further quenchings. Durstig?

Discover Krusovice Cerne Lse Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Black as the midnight sky, bold as a pirate! An easy drinking lager with roasted maltiness and a smooth crisp finish. 2014 World Beer Championship Silver Medal and 2013 North American Brewers Gold Medal.

This is a delicious but not often seen Lager style. Our version is made with malts from Deer Creek Malthouse in Glen Mills, PA. There are subtle roasty notes paired with a rich malty sweetness and is still very easy drinking.