rotbier - the sailor 0,75l

Rotbier is a traditional beer style found in various corners of Germany. This malt-focused brew is part of beer history in both Nuremberg and Hamburg, 600 kilometers away. While the Franconian version of Rotbier was already served in the 14th century and was the most popular beer in and around Nuremberg throughout the Middle Ages and the early modern period, its Hamburg cousin only saw the light of day somewhat later. Before Pilsner dominated the Hamburg beer scene, Rotbier was a favorite in the trading city. This top-fermented beverage is characterized by its eponymous copper-red color and malty flavor: An abundance of malts conjures up grain, roasted aromas, melting caramel, gentle fruit notes, and nutty components in the glass.

This wonderful palette of palate-pleasing flavors can also be found in a brand-new interpretation of the old style: The Hanseatic brewery Barbarossa I Am has dared to create a modern reissue and gave the classic red beer an unconventional twist by maturing it in red wine barrels.

Their red beer is called The Sailor and flows into the glass in a rich, cloudy fox red with a dense, creamy head. The red wine barrel is already noticeable in the fruity, gently tart first sip. Gradually, notes of oven-fresh bread, grainy grain, caramel, and spicy wood join in, forming a complex, rounded flavor.