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Bock Damm

Damm
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🌍 Spain · Schwarzbier · One of 42 Schwarzbiers in hopIQ

Damm has brewed this dark lager, which it labels in the Munich tradition, since 1888. Bock Damm combines three malts at 14.4 °P original gravity: roasted grains kilned at 200 to 220 °C for colour and roast, caramelised grains for sweetness, and pale Pilsen malt for a cereal base. It pours dark mahogany with garnet glints under a light brown head. The nose is sweet and dense with chocolate-tinged coffee, while the palate brings caramel, raisin and honey, a firm body and fruity, slightly drying tannins that lead into a long roasted finish.

ABV
5.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark43
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Schwarzbier.
Malt character
roasted
caramel
chocolate
coffee
honey
malty
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
Distinctive notes
dark fruit

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bock Damm

Appearance

Bock Damm presents a dark mahogany body with garnet glints visible under bright light, characteristic of its roasted grain bill. The light brown head forms with moderate density and demonstrates good adhesion to the glass, leaving distinct lacing as the beer is consumed. The darkness and clarity suggest a well-executed dark lager with controlled carbonation.

dark mahoganygarnet highlightsbrown foam lacing

Aroma

The nose is sweet and dense, dominated by chocolate-tinged coffee notes that emerge from the 200–220 °C roasted grains. Beneath this roasted character lies a caramelised malt sweetness, creating a layered aromatic profile that is inviting rather than sharp. The overall impression is of a sophisticated dark lager nose, with no harsh roast or burnt edges.

chocolate coffeeroasted grainscaramel sweetnessdense aromatics

Taste

The palate opens with caramel and raisin notes from the malt bill, followed by honey and roasted grain flavours that build a full, firm body. The fruity character develops mid-palate alongside slightly drying tannins, likely from the roasted malts, which provide structure without harshness. The interplay of sweetness and roast creates a balanced, complex mouthfeel that sustains through the swallow.

caramel raisin honeyfull-bodiedroasted finishstructured tannins

Finish

The finish extends into a long roasted character, with the tannins providing a gentle drying sensation that encourages the next sip. The aftertaste remains malty and slightly sweet, without any astringency or lingering bitterness despite the 25 IBU.

long roastedmalty aftertasteclean drying
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
84
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Bock Damm

Serve at 7–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Bock Damm

About Schwarzbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Schwarzbier?

Schwarzbier is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Schwarzbier

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