Schlenkerla Hell

This is again a beer that can be found in a number of places; I’ve had it in Germany but also found it in New York, in 2021.

The brewery is located in the middle of the old town of Bamberg in Bavaria Their website (https://www.schlenkerla.de/) says: “Documented for the first time in 1405 as the "House of the Blue Lion", the Schlenkerla is now run by the 6th generation of the Trum family” So you can assume they know something about making beer.

Only ever had the bottled version, which was pretty good. It’s a Hell (Lager), nice colour, clear, and refreshing. Alcohol content 4.3% is fairly light but doesn’t detract from the flavour.

Absolutely recommend this one.

BUT…this brewery is “famous” for its smoked beer. I tried it - it’s disgusting, undrinkable. Avoid it at all costs!

Schlenkerla beer at Caffe Dante in New York, Xmas 2021.