Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen
An amber lager in the style served at the first Oktoberfests, brewed for export rather than for the German range. Pilsner and Munich malt carry it, balanced with Herkules and Hallertauer Tradition hops. The aroma is toasted and bready, and the beer pours deep gold to amber with a full head that laces the glass. Malt sweetness leads the palate with a subtle hop bitterness underneath and a medium mouthfeel. It runs lower in strength than the golden festival beer at 5.8 percent.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen
Serve at 7–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.
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About Märzen
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Märzen?
Märzens are Bavarian lagers with 5.8–6.3% ABV. Rich toasty malt — bread, caramel, biscuit — with clean lager fermentation and low bitterness.
Finding a similar Märzen
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