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Köstritzer Schwarzbier

Köstritzer Schwarzbierbrauerei
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🌍 Germany · Schwarzbier · One of 14 Schwarzbiers in hopIQ

Germany's definitive Schwarzbier — brewed in Bad Köstritz since 1543. Dark brown to near-black with a tan head. Roasted malt, subtle dark chocolate and a hint of coffee in a surprisingly light body with a clean, dry finish. Köstritzer is the essential German black beer: dark but never heavy, roasty but never bitter.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

roasted
100%
balanced
75%
dry
50%
malty
50%
smooth
50%
dark chocolate
25%
light
25%
coffee
0%
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About Schwarzbier

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What is a Schwarzbier?

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Köstritzer Schwarzbier

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°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.

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