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Schwarzbräu Der Urtyp if you want crisp, clean grain character,
Stein Märzen if you want richer malt depth and autumn warmth.
Both are lagers built for food and repetition—not showboats. The ABV difference is tiny, but Der Urtyp's Dortmunder pedigree means it snaps cleaner, while Märzen settles into your palate like a wool sweater.
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Body
Δ 6
Sweetness
Δ 7
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Tasting notes
Schwarzbräu Der Urtyp
Der Urtyp hits you with honeyed grain sweetness right away—no tricks, just clean malt and a whisper of noble hop bitterness that doesn't overstay. There's a mineral dryness on the finish that makes you want another sip immediately. This is a lager that knows exactly what it is: a workhorse that pairs with schnitzel or just stands alone as pure refreshment.
Stein Märzen
Stein Märzen tastes like it was brewed for October beer halls—toasty, bread-forward, with a subtle caramel undertone that builds gradually. The body's noticeably fuller than Der Urtyp, and that lower IBU means the malt sweetness has room to breathe. It's the kind of beer that gets better as it warms slightly in your glass.
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