Birrificio dell’AltaVia Scau

Name: Birrificio dell’AltaVia Scau
Brand: Beer
SKU: 67efba841603dad478438e8d
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.84 (356 reviews)

Classic Rauchbier 5.2 º 20 IBU

AltaVia Agribirrificio

This Rauchbier presents a rustic interpretation of the classic German style, distinguished by the use of malt smoked in traditional Murialdo chestnut drying kilns. The aroma leads with a profound, woody smoke character that evokes forest floor and roasted chestnuts, elegantly layered over a base of toasty, malty sweetness. On the palate, the 5.2% ABV lager displays a clean fermentation profile, allowing the complex interplay of campfire notes and rich, bready malts to shine. A balanced bitterness and a medium-dry finish ensure that the smoke remains savory rather than acrid, offering a unique, terroir-driven sensory experience.

Appearance. Deep amber to coppery-brown (14–20 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Pours with a thick, creamy, tan-colored head that exhibits excellent retention and fine lacing.

Aroma. High intensity smoke with a unique woody, earthy quality derived from the chestnut-kilned malt. This is integrated with moderate toasty malt richness and light bread crust notes. The fermentation profile is clean, with negligible hop aroma and no fruity esters.

Taste. Initial toasty malt sweetness is immediately met by a robust, clean smoke flavor reminiscent of an autumnal bonfire. The palate is rich and malty but avoids being cloying. A moderate hop bitterness provides balance, leading to a medium-dry finish with a lingering savory smoke aftertaste. No acrid, burnt, or phenolic harshness is present.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, creamy texture typical of a well-conditioned lager. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a crispness that cleanses the palate. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated.

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