Rauchbier Märzen should have smoky characters that range from detectable to prevalent in the aroma and flavor. Smokecharacter is neither harshly phenolic nor acrid, but rather very smooth, almost rendering a perception of mild sweetness to thisstyle of beer. The beer is generally toasted malty sweet and full-bodied with low to medium-low hop bitterness. Noble-typehop flavor is low but may be perceptible. The aroma should strike a balance between malt, hop, and smoke. Fruity esters,diacetyl, and chill haze should not be perceived.
Origin: European-Germanic
Recommended Glassware: Mug or Stein
Original Gravity (ºPlato): 1.048-1.060 (12-14.5 ºPlato)
Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (ºPlato): 1.012-1.016 (3-4 ºPlato)
Alcohol by Weight (Volume): 3.6-5% (4.6-6.3%)
Bitterness (IBU): 20-35
Color SRM (EBC): 10-20 (20-40 EBC)
Sub-style guidelines used with permission of the Brewers Association, www.beertown.org.