Schlenkerla, founded in 1405 in Bamberg, the historic heart of German brewing, is the global benchmark for the Rauchbier (smoked beer) style. Its uniqueness lies in the preservation of ancient traditions: it remains one of the very few breweries in the world to operate its own floor malting, drying the grain over open fires of beech, oak, or cherry logs. Today, the sixth generation of the Trum family continues to safeguard this liquid heritage. A glass of Schlenkerla is a true journey through history. Until the mid-18th century, nearly all beer possessed a smoky character, as malt could only be dried over open flames. To drink Schlenkerla today is to experience the same authentic, robust flavor that a mariner might have enjoyed during the Age of Discovery. In recognition of its cultural and gastronomic significance, Schlenkerla has been a member of the Slow Food® "Ark of Taste" since 2017.
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Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Märzen
Classic smoked lager made with in-house beechwood-smoked malt. Aromas of campfire and smoked meats are complemented by notes of caramel, chocolate, and fresh bread; full-bodied with a creamy texture.
Aecht Schlenkerla Weichsel - Rotbier
Red beer brewed with cherrywood-smoked malt, giving it a fruity-sweet smoky aroma and a copper-red color. A complex flavor profile with berry notes from noble hops.
Aecht Schlenkerla Erle Schwarzbier
Alder-smoked malt creates a sophisticated and complex smoky profile that is smoother and more delicate than the classic beechwood version.
Aecht Schlenkerla Helles Lager
Pale lager with a subtle smoky hint, achieved by brewing in the same copper kettles as the classic Rauchbier. Soft notes of pale malt, bread crust, and floral hops with a delicate smoky whisper.
Aecht Schlenkerla Eiche - Doppelbock
A festive Doppelbock made with oak-smoked malt. It features a unique, multi-layered smoky aroma that is smoother and more rounded compared to traditional beechwood malt.
Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Urbock
A full-bodied and intense smoked Bock, traditionally released for Bamberg’s autumn strong beer season. Deep smoky flavor with a powerful malt backbone.