Rahr's Oktoberfest

"O'zapft is!" The cry of happy beer drinkers at the start of the Munich Oktoberfest, which in German means "The keg is tapped!" Rahr's Oktoberfest Celebration Lager is a traditional Marzen-style Oktobefest lager - dark amber in color, super smooth, medium body with a sweet malty finish. True to tradition, this is a classic Oktoberfest Lager.

Recipe Information:

Style: German Style Oktoberfest/Marzen
Alcohol By Volume: 5.5%
International Bitterness Units: 24
Color: Dark Amber
Hops: Magnum
Malts: 2 Row, Vienna, Cara Munich III, Melanoidin
Tasting Notes: Malty Sweetness, Toasty, Smooth
Availability: September-October

Serving Suggestions:

Preferred Glass: German Krug
Preferred Serving Temperature: 46º
Food Pairings: Rahr's Oktoberfest pairs well with traditional German foods such as Schnitzel, German Potato Salad, Pretzels, and Spatzel. If you are feeling adventurous try pairing with spicy Mexican foods.
Cheese Pairings: Mozzarella, Gouda