Schwarzbier BJCP 8b Overall Impression A dark German lager that balances roasted yet smooth malt flavors with moderate hop bitterness. The lighter body, dryness, and lack of a harsh, burnt, or heavy aftertaste helps make this beer quite drinkable. Commercial Examples Devils Backbone Schwartz Bier, Einbecker Schwarzbier, Eisenbahn Dunkel, Köstritzer Schwarzbier, Mönchshof Schwarzbier, Nuezeller Original Badebier Yeast Strain to Use: 2124 Bohemian Lager View Strain 2007 Pilsen Lager View Strain 2206 Bavarian Lager View Strain 2278 Czech Pils View Strain 2352-PC Munich Lager II View Strain 2002 PC Gambrinus Style Lager View Strain 2487-PC Hella Bock Lager View Strain 2782-PC Staro Prague Lager View Strain