Oktoberfest ended last Sunday in Munich but we had our own celebration complete with German smoked lager (Rauchbier), German Potato and Leek Soup, bratwurst and sauerkraut.The beer was Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Märzen, a classic example of the style. This beer delivered with a delicious smoke flavor backed by a solid malt base. It was really great with the potato leek soup. The cold, poignantly smoky beer was a sharp contrast with the warm, creamy understated soup. The pairing put a vivid autumn image in my head: a smoky bonfire on a cold autumn day and a warm cabin to retire to.
Rauchbier pairings has been an interesting challenge for me recently. The first thing that comes too mind is smoked meats, but I feel that the flavors are too similar. I think that the contrast with a creamy soup such as this is a good way to go with this smoky brew.
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