Smooth on the palate, soul lifting, and refreshing with a dry finish, a Schwarzbier makes a great alternative for the winter months, especially when you're looking for a lighter beer, but one with depth of color and a bittersweet taste that might bring to mind coffee or cocoa.

Chocolate. Roast. Toast.

Hearty, spicy food such as barbecue, sausages and roasted meat. It also goes well with authentic washed-rind Münster cheese.