Mönchshof Schwarzbier
Kulmbacher Brauerei AG

Mönchshof SchwarzbierMönchshof Schwarzbier
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From:
Kulmbacher Brauerei AG
 
Germany
Style:
Schwarzbier
Ranked #11
ABV:
4.9%
Score:
90
Ranked #9,157
Avg:
4.03 | pDev: 11.17%
Reviews:
408
Ratings:
738
Status:
Active
Rated:
Feb 27, 2024
Added:
Mar 19, 2002
Wants:
  114
Gots:
  79
With an irresistible, flowery hop bitterness that sets it apart from all others, Mönchshof Schwarzbier is relatively light in body – but bursting with character. Its dark, roasted, slightly chocolatey and warming palate is astounding for such a refreshing and drinkable beer. The hearty taste and seductive burt sienna color come from the deep-roasted barley used in every batch.
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Ratings by AdrianMendez:
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Rated by AdrianMendez from Mexico

4.5/5  rDev +11.7%

Nov 14, 2012
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Reviewed by Gatch from Massachusetts

4.38/5  rDev +8.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
Been looking for this one for my entire time in Germany as it's one of my favorite styles but the particular style from this brewery isn't commonly available where I live. This, along with many other beers from this brewery, were at the huge liquor store north of Stuttgart in Kornwestheim. e0,5l swing-top bottle dated 31.05.24. I've been drinking more Munich Dunkels than Schwarzbiers lately and I forgot how different they are. Super chocolatey and malty, more like a porter compared to a Dunkel. That rich aroma and flavor of charred malt, rich earth, sweet yet bitter dark chocolate. Stays consistent throughout and finishes so smoothly. Great body and feel without being heavy, the classic light lager body. Truly great, I can see why it's ranked so highly.
Feb 27, 2024
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Reviewed by AzfromOz from Australia

4.05/5  rDev +0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
I drank this at the Holmernhof Camping & Mehr in Germany, on an overnight stop between Pilsen and Salzburg in September 2023.

L: Dark, muddy, rusty brown with a frothy coffee-coloured head. Carbonation can be seen rushing up the glass.

S: The nose is black bread, dried red fruits and caramel malt. There's also a touch of cola and molasses.

T: The molasses and black bread come to the fore in the mouth. There's also cherry and blackcurrant. The finish is very dry.

M: Mouthfeel is full and creamy, and carbonation is mild, but the finish is a little thin and abrupt.

O: This is a very nice beer, let down a little bit by a thin, abrupt finish that probably cost it a quarter mark.

Cheers!
#392
Dec 13, 2023
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Rated by Vlad11 from England

4/5  rDev -0.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
caffe mocha, cream, bready notes, a hint of fruits and chocolate, medium body, ends abruptly not much bitterness. very nice. complex.
Sep 27, 2023
 
Rated: 4.5 by igl from Russian Federation

May 06, 2023
 
Rated: 3.09 by stephenlee93 from England

Mar 11, 2023
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Reviewed by Sigmund from Norway

3.3/5  rDev -18.1%
look: 4.25 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5
Feb. 2002: Sure it's black - but I'd go for any Irish or Imperial Stout instead, any time. Disappointing lack of flavour and "bite". Of course it's drinkable, but I expected more.
Oct 22, 2022
 
Rated: 4.43 by cold_beer

May 07, 2022
 
Rated: 4.28 by LesDewitt4beer from Minnesota

Nov 15, 2021
 
Rated: 3.75 by BeerWasp from Germany

Aug 16, 2021
 
Rated: 3.84 by Dentist666 from Russian Federation

Aug 12, 2021
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Reviewed by Jeez from Massachusetts

4.29/5  rDev +6.5%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
It pours dark brown with a light brown head. Smells absolutely delectable with toasted malt and sweet vanilla over a backdrop of pleasant grain and nuttiness. While the aroma packs a punch, the taste is much more mild. Deep malt and light sweetness are present with only slight bitterness. It's light and easy-drinking with medium carbonation. I would have it again.
Feb 20, 2021
 
Rated: 4.06 by travelguy from Ohio

Dec 21, 2020
 
Rated: 4 by EatonHops from Massachusetts

Sep 26, 2020
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Reviewed by Sludgeman from District of Columbia

3.58/5  rDev -11.2%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
A crowler from Dominion Beer and Wine.

Not impressed with this one more like a Dunkel. Lacking in any level of sweetness and too heavy. Not the typical refreshing beer I have come to love.
Sep 05, 2020
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Reviewed by Steve555 from Wales

4.18/5  rDev +3.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
Look is two finger light brown head with solid dark brown body, head retention is good and stays with you throughout leaving good lacing.
Aroma of chestnut, raisins, blackcurrant
Taste burnt malts, very subtle bitterness and black coffee with dark bitter chocolate in the aftertaste.
Feel is light to medium carbonation with a tingling sweetness on the palate, semi dry.
Overall it is a tasty full beer retaining the refreshment of a lager as well.
Aug 11, 2020
 
Rated: 4.23 by BeardedWalrus from North Carolina

Mar 07, 2020
 
Rated: 3.77 by NorbertB1974 from Germany

Feb 22, 2020
 
Rated: 3.93 by Tcsox from Massachusetts

Feb 02, 2020
 
Rated: 3.95 by Bogdawg from Massachusetts

Feb 02, 2020
Mönchshof Schwarzbier from Kulmbacher Brauerei AG
Beer rating: 90 out of 100 with 738 ratings