Munich Dunkel Lager
Ranging from medium to dark brown in color, with a creamy head, Munich Dunkel Lagers feature prominent malty aromas and flavors, with only moderate hop bitterness. Classic examples use dark Munich malt and display a bready character on the nose and palate, along with mild chocolate, nut and toast notes. Malty sweetness is often perceptible but is not cloying. Its roasted malt characteristics make it a terrific entrée to stronger, often maltier Bock or Schwarzbier styles, which generally have a slightly roasty character.| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Taste/Smell | Balanced, Malty, Chocolaty, Toasty, Medium-bodied |
| Alcohol-by-Volume (ABV) Range | 4.5 – 5.6% |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 17-27 |
| Popular Examples | Premium Dunkel, Fürst Wallerstein Landsknecht-Bier, Hofbräu Dunkel, Ayinger Altbairisch Dunkel, Spaten München Dunkel, Atwater Dunkel |
| Serving Temperature | Cool, 46-54° |
| Glassware | Pilsner Glass, Stange, Pint or Nonic |
| Cheese Pairing Ideas | Gruyère, Munster |
| Food Pairing Ideas | Hearty, spicy foods including roasted meats, barbecue and sausages |
