This is the time to enjoy Oktoberfest brew. Check out these 11 places to get beer in the suburbs.

What does German beer brewed especially for Oktoberfest taste like?

It depends on who you ask.

"It is a darker beer; it is more sweater than general beer ... more like dark caramel and like dark chocolate," said Tej Singh, owner of The Bottle Shop of Grafton.

Marty Johnson, owner of Main Street Liquor in Mukwonago, said that German Oktoberfest beer has different hops and grains and a different taste compared to the ones brewed in the U.S.

"It is hard to answer what it tastes like," he said.

Probably your best bet would be to head out to taste them for yourself. ...
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Ken Notes: In Madison I would add Steve`s and Cork `n Bottle. I would also mention Woodman`s. Finally invest is a couple of good stainless growlers and visit the breweries direct.