Aecht Schlenkerla is one of the most iconic names in German brewing, rooted in the historic city of Bamberg, Bavaria. The brewery, officially known as Brauerei Heller-Trum, has been in the hands of the Trum family for six generations, making it a living testament to the enduring traditions of Franconian brewing culture. Bamberg itself is celebrated as one of Germany's great beer cities, and Schlenkerla stands at the heart of that reputation as both a brewery and a beloved historic pub. The brewery is best known for its Rauchbier, or smoked beer, a style that has made Bamberg famous worldwide. The flagship Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Märzen is a dark, bottom-fermented lager brewed at 5.1% ABV, delivering a bold and distinctive smoky aroma and flavor that comes from malt dried over beechwood fire. Beyond the Märzen, the portfolio includes a range of smoked and traditional styles such as a Schwarzbier brewed with alder wood smoked malt, seasonal specialties including a Lentbeer and a Grodziskie-inspired Rauchbier, and a Helles Märzen. Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier is widely regarded as the most classic example of the smoked beer style and has been exported to the United States for nearly 30 years. A true tourist magnet, the Schlenkerla tavern in Bamberg draws beer lovers from around the world seeking an authentic taste of this centuries-old brewing tradition.