Rauchbier

Rauchbiers ("smoked beers") are smoked beers of just about any German style, which are derived from smoked malt. The original and prime example of the style is specifically a Marzen-based lager that is made from Beechwood-smoked malt. The style dates back to the sixteenth century and to the city of Bamberg in Franconia, Germany. The key added character to this style of beer is obviously the smoky aroma and flavor, although the level of smoking can vary from light to very strong. The overall flavor can be a somewhat balanced and complex blend of malt, hops, and smoke, with some finishing with a gentle sweetness. While the appearance can range in color (depending on the base style), rauchbiers are typically covered with a fairly rich and creamy head. Rauchbiers on average tend to be more "smoked" than beers found in the "Smoked Ale" style on Beerpal.com.

	Beer | Location	Reviews	Score
	Lambrate Petite Ghisa Italy	1	3.050
	Bryggerhuset Bock 2016 - #1 - Rauchbock Norway	1	3.050
	Ölvisholt Jólabjór (2009-) Iceland	1	3.050
	Ringnes Polaris Røykbokk Norway	1	3.075
	Britt Rousse France	1	2.950
	Schouskjelleren Fora di Ball Norway	1	2.975
	Nøgne Ø 100% Peated Norway	1	3.150
	Stadin Savuviski Portteri Finland	1	3.175
	Schouskjelleren 110 Norway	1	2.950
	Närke / Haandbryggeriet Viking IPA Sweden	1	3.225
	Närke Örebro Bitter Peated Viking Sweden	1	3.200
	Hornbeer / Kissmeyer Smoked Tripel Kisshorn Denmark	1	3.075
	HaandBryggeriet Røyk Uten Ild (Smoke Without Fire) Norway	1	3.250
	De Molen Geboren & Getogen Netherlands	1	3.025
	Mikkeller Barrel Aged Smoke a Ciggy Denmark	1	3.225
	Pisgah Benton's Bacon Snout NC, United States	1	3.150
	Brains Craft Brewery The Big Smoke United Kingdom	1	3.075
	Oakshire Smokin' Hell (2014) OR, United States	1	3.075
	Grünerløkka Løkka Røk Norway	1	3.150
	New Holland Charkoota Rye MI, United States	1	3.100