The 3rd day of beer

The label on the Gordon Biersch Märzen says, "A smooth, auburn-colored Bavarian lager with a mildly sweet finish. It was originally brewed in March ("März" in German) and stored in caves to be drunk during warmer weather." Warmer weather? I have consumed it prematurely then.

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