Wagner Merkendorf Märzen

Märzen beer dates back to a time when brewing was only permitted in the fall, winter and early spring months. The reason for this is the low temperatures required for brewing bottom-fermented beers. When there was no possibility of artificial cooling, you had to rely on the weather in the colder half of the year and could therefore only brew then. In addition, the risk of fire in breweries was significantly higher in summer and the aim was to prevent damage. Traditionally, Märzen was one of the last beers to be brewed before the summer brewing season. Thanks to its high original gravity, an extra portion of hops and the strong alcohol content, the bottom-fermented full beer was and is more durable than other beer styles. Storage in rock cellars cooled with blocks of ice further extended the shelf life.

Today, we are no longer exposed to the cooling power of nature, but Märzen beer has nevertheless survived. Thanks to its intense aroma and full-bodied taste, Märzen is one of Bavaria's most popular beers and is still very popular.

The Wagner brewery in Merkendorf also has a Märzen in its range. Wagner Märzen has an alcohol content of 5.4% and flows into the glass in a strong amber gold color. In terms of taste, the beer delights with balanced hop and malt notes that taste wonderfully of caramel, oven-fresh bread, honey and herbs.