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Protokoll Märzenbier

Protokoll Brewery
Germany·Märzen
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A classic German Märzen with rich malt sweetness, subtle hop bitterness and a smooth, clean finish. Medium-bodied and balanced, this seasonal lager from Protokoll Brauerei offers traditional Bavarian brewing character.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycleancaramel
malty
clean
caramel
toasty
hoppy
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent malt-forward character, featuring toasted bread and subtle caramel notes that invite further exploration.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Protokoll Märzenbier

◎ Appearance

Protokoll Märzenbier displays a bright amber to copper hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined presentation that reflects traditional Bavarian lager craftsmanship.

ambercopperclearwhite head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent malt-forward character, featuring toasted bread and subtle caramel notes that invite further exploration. Soft, noble hop aromatics provide a delicate spice backdrop without overwhelming the elegant malt foundation typical of authentic Märzens.

toasted maltcaramelbreadsubtle spice

◐ Taste

The palate delivers rich malt sweetness upfront with pronounced bread and grain flavors, transitioning smoothly through a gently nutty mid-palate. Restrained hop bitterness (18 IBU) provides essential balance without assertiveness, culminating in a crisp, refined finish.

maltycaramel sweetnessbread notesnutty complexity

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with lingering malt character that fades gracefully without harsh bitterness. A smooth, refreshing aftertaste exemplifies this beer's approachable yet sophisticated character.

cleandrysmooth
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
83
Finish
81
Serve at 7–9°C

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

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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About Märzen

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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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