 | This style of beer is pale red to deep amber in color, light to moderately hopped, and malty. This style is probably one of the world’s best food accompaniments along with wheat beers. It I perfect for sweet tasting meats, potatoes, sausages, chicken, pork, and is also one of the few beers that matches with tomato based dishes. It is best served in a stoneware mug at 48 degrees F. |
Named after the city in which it orginated, a traditional Vienna lager is brewed using a three step decoction boiling process. Munich, Pilsner, Vienna toasted and dextrin malts are used, as well wheat in some cases. Subtle hops, crisp, with residual sweetness.
Although German in origin and rare these days, some classic examples come from Mexico, such as: Dos Equis and Negra Modelo. A result of late 19th century immigrant brewers from Austria. |