What is Schlenkerla?
Q: What is Schlenkerla?
A: Schlenkerla is a famous old brewery and tavern in Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany.
Q: What type of beer does Schlenkerla produce?
A: Schlenkerla produces "Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier" ("real Schlenkerla smoked beer"), which is a strong, darkish beer with a slightly smokey taste that resembles bacon.
Q: What is the alcohol content of the smoked beer?
A: The alcohol content of the smoked beer is 5.1%.
Q: Does Schlenkerla produce any other types of beers?
A: Yes, they also produce "Urbock", which has an alcohol content of 6.5% and is only served during the season known as "Starkbierzeit" ("Strong Beer Time") from October to 6 January.
Q: How is the Urbock served?
A: The Urbock is served from oak barrels, which follows an old tradition that isn't often found nowadays.
Q: Where does the name "Schlenkerla" come from?
A: The name "Schlenkerla" comes from the word "schlenken", meaning "to dangle", or "to hang loosely".
