Steinbräu Dunkel is a classic German dark beer, a Dunkel. The taste is rich and malty, with light notes of caramel and toasted bread and a pleasant, unobtrusive bitterness. The profile is deep and warming, and it opens up most fully alongside the right food. The dense texture of a dark beer works with fried Bavarian and Munich sausages, pork knuckle, smoked ribs and cured meat: the malt sweetness softens the saltiness of the meat. A juicy grilled steak or a beef burger with onion marmalade brings out the caramel side of the palate. A fresh, lightly salted pretzel with a crisp crust is the classic companion. Among cheeses, take gouda, cheddar or a milder emmental: creamy and nutty notes underline the depth of the dark malt. Rye croutons with garlic and onion rings add a savoury edge without overpowering the beer.