Marzen / Oktoberfest

Marzens originated in Bavaria, Germany and were traditionally brewed in the Spring (March) to close out the cool weather brewing season before the coming hot summer months could spoil beer. During the summer, these beers were cellared in cold caves and later brought out with the cooler weather for Autumn festivals, including the renowned Oktoberfest in late September. Marzens are an adaptation of the Vienna style lager with higher malt depth (sometimes light sweetness), typically higher alcohol levels, and noticeable but low hop bitterness. They are golden-amber to deep copper in color and emphasize bready, biscuity, and lightly toasted malt flavors.

	Beer | Location	Reviews	Score
	Tabernash Oktoberfest CO, United States	3	3.450
	Max Oktoberfest GA, United States	3	3.284
	The Duck-Rabbit Märzen NC, United States	3	3.200
	Firestone Walker Oaktoberfest CA, United States	3	2.917
	Aktien Oktoberfest Germany	3	3.184
	Sleeman Golden Festbier Canada	3	3.284
	Wurzburger Festbier Germany	3	3.034
	Abita Octoberfest LA, United States	3	3.200
	Bayern Oktoberfest MT, United States	3	3.350
	Rahr & Sons Oktoberfest TX, United States	3	2.850
	Schönramer Gold Germany	3	3.117
	Indian Wells Märzen Madness CA, United States	3	2.834
	Titletown Oktoberfest WI, United States	3	3.450
	Hansa Marzen Gold South Africa	3	3.067
	Penn Maerzen PA, United States	3	3.384
	Slottskällans Oktoberfest Sweden	3	3.334
	Starr Hill Festie VA, United States	3	3.050
	Half Pints Oktoberfest Lager Canada	3	3.350
	Thirsty Dog Barktoberfest OH, United States	3	3.267
	Sin City Amber NV, United States	3	3.284