Köstritzer Schwarzbier (4.8% ABV)

High-roasted malts prevail above the woody, crusty bread aromas and express themselves on the palate with hints of espresso grinds and bitter chocolate.

This excellent beer paired nicely with Black Forest ham - not surprisingly. I'd have preferred a little more alcohol behind the flavour profile, and need to see if I can find some 5.2-5.5% ABV schwarzbiers.

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