The King’s Märzen – Oktoberfest Lager Recipe
The King’s Märzen – Oktoberfest Lager Recipe
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Inspired by the roots of Oktoberfest.
Before Ludwig II built castles, his grandfather King Ludwig I launched a national tradition — the original Oktoberfest celebration in 1810. This Märzen recipe honors that moment, when Bavarians gathered to celebrate beer, love, and community in the crisp autumn air.
Brewed strong. Designed to last.
Like the Märzens of old, this beer is brewed to handle long lagering. Start it now and give it time — by the time the leaves fall or your guests arrive, you’ll have a clean, malty lager worthy of a stein (or three).
What to expect in your glass:
- Rich color from Vienna and Munich-style malts
- Toasty, layered malt body with smooth drinkability
- Classic Hallertau hops for a subtle spicy balance
- Cool fermentation with W-34/70 lager yeast
- Crisp finish after proper conditioning
A note on temperature:
This beer uses authentic lager yeast, which ferments best at cooler temperatures (ideally around 55°F / 12°C). If you can control your fermentation temp — with a cool basement, fridge, or brew chamber — you’ll get a crisp, true-to-style Märzen. Can’t go that low? No problem. You’ll still make a delicious beer with a slightly more ale-like character.
Perfect for:
- Fall get-togethers and Oktoberfest parties
- Lager lovers who want to brew with tradition
- Homebrewers ready to step up their game
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STORY
While many remember his grandson, Ludwig II, for his castles and eccentricity, it was King Ludwig I who deserves the crown for launching Oktoberfest. This Märzen pays tribute to that historic moment in 1810, when Bavarians gathered on the Theresienwiese to celebrate love, beer, and community. True to tradition, this lager is brewed strong and well-hopped to survive long aging—so start it now, and tap it when the leaves fall or your friends arrive.
PROFILE
This Märzen is rich in color and flavor from Vienna and Munich-style malts. Its toasted malt body and creamy mouthfeel are balanced by the subtle spice of traditional Hallertau hops. Brewed cool and aged long, it rewards you with clean, crisp drinkability and a deep malt finish.
FOR FANS OF
Victory Brewing – Festbier
Paulaner Brewery – Oktoberfest Märzen
WHAT YOU GET
- 1 Can Oktoberfest Lager Brewing Extract
- 1 Packet Dry Brewing Yeast (under lid of Brewing Extract)
- 1 Packet Saflager W-34/70 Dry Lager Yeast
- 2 BrewMax DME Softpacks - Pale
- 1 oz Packet Hallertau Pellet Hops
- 1 Muslin Hop Sack
- 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser
BREW SPECS
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MIX
Add water and ingredients — that’s it
BREW
Let your beer ferment and develop flavor
BOTTLE
Transfer to bottles and seal in carbonation
ENJOY
Chill, pour, and enjoy your beer
Crafted with Brewery-Quality Malt & Hops
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It’s everything you need to brew with confidence — whether it’s your first batch or your next.
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- Designed for consistent, reliable results
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