BJCP 2015 Style Guidelines – Mash Masters Brew Club

#	BJCP Categories	Styles	Style Family	ABV min	ABV max	IBUs min	IBUs max	SRM min	SRM max	OG min	OG max	FG min	FG max	Overall Impression
01A	Standard American Beer	American Light Lager	Pale Lager	2.8	4.2	8	12	2	3	1028	1040	998	1008	Highly carbonated, very light-bodied, nearly flavorless lager designed to be consumed very cold. Very refreshing and thirst quenching.
01B	Standard American Beer	American Lager	Pale Lager	4.2	5.3	8	18	2	4	1040	1050	1004	1010	A very pale, highly-carbonated, light-bodied, well-attenuated lager with a very neutral flavor profile and low bitterness. Served very cold, it can be a very refreshing and thirst quenching drink.
01C	Standard American Beer	Cream Ale	Pale Ale	4.2	5.6	8	20	2.5	5	1042	1055	1006	1012	A clean, well-attenuated, flavorful American “lawnmower” beer. Easily drinkable and refreshing, with more character than typical American lagers.
01D	Standard American Beer	American Wheat Beer	Wheat Beer	4	5.5	15	30	3	6	1040	1055	1008	1013	Refreshing wheat beers that can display more hop character and less yeast character than their German cousins. A clean fermentation character allows bready, doughy, or grainy wheat flavors to be complemented by hop flavor and bitterness rather than yeast qualities.
02A	International Lager	International Pale Lager	Pale Lager	4.6	6	18	25	2	6	1042	1050	1008	1012	A highly-attenuated pale lager without strong flavors, typically well-balanced and highly carbonated. Served cold, it is refreshing and thirst-quenching.
02B	International Lager	International Amber Lager	Amber Lager	4.6	6	8	25	7	14	1042	1055	1008	1014	A well-attenuated malty amber lager with an interesting caramel or toast quality and restrained bitterness. Usually fairly well-attenuated, often with an adjunct quality. Smooth, easily-drinkable lager character.
02C	International Lager	International Dark Lager	Dark Lager	4.2	6	8	20	14	22	1044	1056	1008	1012	A darker and somewhat sweeter version of international pale lager with a little more body and flavor, but equally restrained in bitterness. The low bitterness leaves the malt as the primary flavor element, and the low hop levels provide very little in the way of balance.
03A	Czech Lager	Czech Pale Lager	Pale Lager	3	4.1	20	35	3	6	1028	1044	1008	1014	A lighter-bodied, rich, refreshing, hoppy, bitter pale Czech lager having the familiar flavors of the stronger Czech Premium Pale Lager (Pilsner-type) beer but in a lower alcohol, lighter-bodied, and slightly less intense format.
03B	Czech Lager	Czech Premium Pale Lager	Pilsner	4.2	5.8	30	45	3.5	6	1044	1060	1013	1017	Rich, characterful, pale Czech lager, with considerable malt and hop character and a long, rounded finish. Complex yet well-balanced and refreshing. The malt flavors are complex for a Pilsner-type beer, and the bitterness is strong but clean and without harshness, which gives a rounded impression that enhances drinkability.
03C	Czech Lager	Czech Amber Lager	Amber Lager	4.4	5.8	20	35	10	16	1044	1060	1013	1017	Malt-driven amber Czech lager with hop character that can vary from low to quite significant. The malt flavors can vary quite a bit, leading to different interpretations ranging from drier, bready, and slightly biscuity to sweeter and somewhat caramelly.
03D	Czech Lager	Czech Dark Lager	Dark Lager	4.4	5.8	18	34	14	35	1044	1060	1013	1017	A rich, dark, malty Czech lager with a roast character that can vary from almost absent to quite prominent. Malty with an interesting and complex flavor profile, with variable levels of hopping providing a range of possible interpretations.
04A	Pale Malty European Lager	Munich Helles	Pale Lager	4.7	5.4	16	22	3	5	1044	1048	1006	1012	A clean, malty, gold-colored German lager with a smooth grainy-sweet malty flavor and a soft, dry finish. Subtle spicy, floral, or herbal hops and restrained bitterness help keep the balance malty but not sweet, which helps make this beer a refreshing, everyday drink.
04B	Pale Malty European Lager	Festbier	Pale Lager	5.8	6.3	18	25	4	7	1054	1057	1010	1012	A smooth, clean, pale German lager with a moderately strong malty flavor and a light hop character. Deftly balances strength and drinkability, with a palate impression and finish that encourages drinking. Showcases elegant German malt flavors without becoming too heavy or filling.
04C	Pale Malty European Lager	Helles Bock	Bock	6.3	7.4	23	35	6	11	1064	1072	1011	1018	A relatively pale, strong, malty German lager beer with a nicely attenuated finish that enhances drinkability. The hop character is generally more apparent than in other bocks.
05A	Pale Bitter European beer	German Leichtbier	Pale Lager	2.4	3.6	15	28	2	5	1026	1034	1006	1010	A pale, highly-attenuated, light-bodied German lager with lower alcohol and calories than normal-strength beers. Moderately bitter with noticeable malt and hop flavors, the beer is still interesting to drink.
05B	Pale Bitter European beer	Kölsch	Pale Ale	4.4	5.2	18	30	3.5	5	1044	1050	1007	1011	A clean, crisp, delicately-balanced beer usually with a very subtle fruit and hop character. Subdued maltiness throughout leads into a pleasantly well-attenuated and refreshing finish. Freshness makes a huge difference with this beer, as the delicate character can fade quickly with age. Brilliant clarity is characteristic.
05C	Pale Bitter European beer	German Helles Exportbier	Pale Lager	4.8	6	20	30	4	7	1048	1056	1010	1015	A pale, well-balanced, smooth German lager that is slightly stronger than the average beer with a moderate body and a mild, aromatic hop and malt character.
05D	Pale Bitter European beer	German Pils	Pilsner	4.4	5.2	22	40	2	5	1044	1050	1008	1013	A light-bodied, highly-attenuated, gold-colored, bottom-fermented bitter German beer showing excellent head retention and an elegant, floral hop aroma. Crisp, clean, and refreshing, a German Pils showcases the finest quality German malt and hops.
06A	Amber Malty European Lager	Märzen	Amber Lager	5.8	6.3	18	24	8	17	1054	1060	1010	1014	An elegant, malty German amber lager with a clean, rich, toasty and bready malt flavor, restrained bitterness, and a dry finish that encourages another drink. The overall malt impression is soft, elegant, and complex, with a rich aftertaste that is never cloying or heavy.
06B	Amber Malty European Lager	Rauchbier	Amber Lager	4.8	6	20	30	12	22	1050	1057	1012	1016	An elegant, malty German amber lager with a balanced, complementary beechwood smoke character. Toasty-rich malt in aroma and flavor, restrained bitterness, low to high smoke flavor, clean fermentation profile, and an attenuated finish are characteristic.
06C	Amber Malty European Lager	Dunkles Bock	Bock	6.3	7.2	20	27	14	22	1064	1072	1013	1019	A dark, strong, malty German lager beer that emphasizes the malty-rich and somewhat toasty qualities of continental malts without being sweet in the finish.
07A	Amber Bitter European Beer	Vienna Lager	Amber Lager	4.7	5.5	18	30	9	15	1048	1055	1010	1014	A moderate-strength amber lager with a soft, smooth maltiness and moderate bitterness, yet finishing relatively dry. The malt flavor is clean, bready-rich, and somewhat toasty, with an elegant impression derived from quality base malts and process, not specialty malts and adjuncts.
07B	Amber Bitter European Beer	Altbier	Amber Ale	4.3	5.5	25	50	11	17	1044	1052	1008	1014	A well-balanced, well-attenuated, bitter yet malty, clean, and smooth, amber- to copper-colored German beer. The bitterness is balanced by the malt richness, but the malt intensity and character can range from moderate to high (the bitterness increases with the malt richness).
07C	Amber Bitter European Beer	Pale Kellerbier	Pale Lager	4.7	5.4	20	35	3	7	1045	1051	1008	1012	A young, fresh Helles, so while still a malty, fully-attenuated Pils malt showcase, the hop character (aroma, flavor and bitterness) is more pronounced, and the beer is cloudy, often with some level of diacetyl, and possibly has some green apple and/or other yeast-derived notes. As with the traditional Helles, the Keller version is still a beer intended to be drunk by the liter, so overall it should remain a light, refreshing, easy drinking golden lager.
07C	Amber Bitter European Beer	Amber Kellerbier	Amber Lager	4.8	5.4	25	40	7	17	1048	1054	1012	1016	A young, unfiltered, and unpasteurized beer that is between a Helles and Märzen in color, spicier in the hops with greater attenuation. Interpretations range in color and balance, but remain in the drinkable 4.8% ABV neighborhood. Balance ranges from the dry, spicy and pale-colored interpretations by St. Georgen and Löwenbräu of Buttenheim, to darker and maltier interpretations in the Fränkische Schweiz. This style is above all a method of producing simple drinkable beers for neighbors out of local ingredients to be served fresh. Balance with a focus on drinkability and digestibility is important.
08A	Dark European Lager	Munich Dunkel	Dark Lager	4.5	5.6	18	28	14	28	1048	1056	1010	1016	Characterized by depth, richness and complexity typical of darker Munich malts with the accompanying Maillard products. Deeply bready-toasty, often with chocolate-like flavors in the freshest examples, but never harsh, roasty, or astringent; a decidedly malt-balanced beer, yet still easily drinkable.
08B	Dark European Lager	Schwarzbier	Dark Lager	4.4	5.4	20	30	17	30	1046	1052	1010	1016	A dark German lager that balances roasted yet smooth malt flavors with moderate hop bitterness. The lighter body, dryness, and lack of a harsh, burnt, or heavy aftertaste helps make this beer quite drinkable.
09A	Strong European Beer	Doppelbock	Bock	7	10	16	26	6	25	1072	1112	1016	1024	A strong, rich, and very malty German lager that can have both pale and dark variants. The darker versions have more richly-developed, deeper malt flavors, while the paler versions have slightly more hops and dryness.
09B	Strong European Beer	Eisbock	Bock	9	14	25	35	18	30	1078	1120	1020	1035	A strong, full-bodied, rich, and malty dark German lager often with a viscous quality and strong flavors. Even though flavors are concentrated, the alcohol should be smooth and warming, not burning.
09C	Strong European Beer	Baltic Porter	Porter	6.5	9.5	20	40	17	30	1060	1090	1016	1024	A Baltic Porter often has the malt flavors reminiscent of an English porter and the restrained roast of a schwarzbier, but with a higher OG and alcohol content than either. Very complex, with multi-layered malt and dark fruit flavors.
10A	German Wheat Beer	Weissbier	Wheat Beer	4.3	5.6	8	15	2	6	1044	1052	1010	1014	A pale, refreshing German wheat beer with high carbonation, dry finish, a fluffy mouthfeel, and a distinctive banana-and-clove yeast character.
10B	German Wheat Beer	Dunkles Weissbier	Wheat Beer	4.3	5.6	10	18	14	23	1044	1056	1010	1014	A moderately dark German wheat beer with a distinctive banana-and-clove yeast character, supported by a toasted bread or caramel malt flavor. Highly carbonated and refreshing, with a creamy, fluffy texture and light finish that encourages drinking.
10C	German Wheat Beer	Weizenbock	Wheat Beer	6.5	9	15	30	6	25	1064	1090	1015	1022	A strong, malty, fruity, wheat-based ale combining the best malt and yeast flavors of a weissbier (pale or dark) with the malty-rich flavor, strength, and body of a Dunkles Bock or Doppelbock.
11A	British Bitter	Ordinary Bitter	Amber Ale	3.2	3.8	25	35	8	14	1030	1039	1007	1011	Low gravity, low alcohol levels, and low carbonation make this an easy-drinking session beer. The malt profile can vary in flavor and intensity, but should never override the overall bitter impression. Drinkability is a critical component of the style
11B	British Bitter	Best Bitter	Amber Ale	3.8	4.6	25	40	8	16	1040	1048	1008	1012	A flavorful, yet refreshing, session beer. Some examples can be more malt balanced, but this should not override the overall bitter impression. Drinkability is a critical component of the style.
11C	British Bitter	Strong Bitter	Amber Ale	4.6	6.2	30	50	8	18	1048	1060	1010	1016	An average-strength to moderately-strong British bitter ale. The balance may be fairly even between malt and hops to somewhat bitter. Drinkability is a critical component of the style. A rather broad style that allows for considerable interpretation by the brewer.
12A	Pale Commonwealth Beer	British Golden Ale	Pale Ale	3.8	5	20	45	2	6	1038	1053	1006	1012	A hop-forward, average-strength to moderately-strong pale bitter. Drinkability and a refreshing quality are critical components of the style.
12B	Pale Commonwealth Beer	Australian Sparkling Ale	Pale Ale	4.5	6	20	35	4	7	1038	1050	1004	1006	Smooth and balanced, all components merge together with similar intensities. Moderate flavors showcasing Australian ingredients. Large flavor dimension. Very drinkable, suited to a hot climate. Relies on yeast character.
12C	Pale Commonwealth Beer	English IPA	IPA	5	7.5	40	60	6	14	1050	1075	1010	1018	A hoppy, moderately-strong, very well-attenuated pale British ale with a dry finish and a hoppy aroma and flavor. Classic British ingredients provide the best flavor profile.
13A	Brown British Beer	Dark Mild	Brown Ale	3	3.8	10	25	12	25	1030	1038	1008	1013	A dark, low-gravity, malt-focused British session ale readily suited to drinking in quantity. Refreshing, yet flavorful, with a wide range of dark malt or dark sugar expression.
13B	Brown British Beer	British Brown Ale	Brown Ale	4.2	5.4	20	30	12	22	1040	1052	1008	1013	A malty, brown caramel-centric British ale without the roasted flavors of a Porter.
13C	Brown British Beer	English Porter	Porter	4	5.4	18	35	20	30	1040	1052	1008	1014	A moderate-strength brown beer with a restrained roasty character and bitterness. May have a range of roasted flavors, generally without burnt qualities, and often has a chocolate-caramel-malty profile.
14A	Scottish Ale	Scottish Light	Amber Ale	2.5	3.2	10	20	17	22	1030	1035	1010	1013	A malt-focused, generally caramelly beer with perhaps a few esters and occasionally a butterscotch aftertaste. Hops only to balance and support the malt. The malt character can range from dry and grainy to rich, toasty, and caramelly, but is never roasty and especially never has a peat smoke character. Traditionally the darkest of the Scottish ales, sometimes nearly black but lacking any burnt, overtly roasted character.
14B	Scottish Ale	Scottish Heavy	Amber Ale	3.2	3.9	10	20	13	22	1035	1040	1010	1015	A malt-focused, generally caramelly beer with perhaps a few esters and occasionally a butterscotch aftertaste. Hops only to balance and support the malt. The malt character can range from dry and grainy to rich, toasty, and caramelly, but is never roasty and especially never has a peat smoke character.
14C	Scottish Ale	Scottish Export	Amber Ale	3.9	6	15	30	13	22	1040	1060	1010	1016	A malt-focused, generally caramelly beer with perhaps a few esters and occasionally a butterscotch aftertaste. Hops only to balance and support the malt. The malt character can range from dry and grainy to rich, toasty, and caramelly, but is never roasty and especially never has a peat smoke character.
15A	Irish Beer	Irish Red Ale	Amber Ale	3.8	5	18	28	9	14	1036	1046	1010	1014	An easy-drinking pint, often with subtle flavors. Slightly malty in the balance sometimes with an initial soft toffee/caramel sweetness, a slightly grainy-biscuity palate, and a touch of roasted dryness in the finish. Some versions can emphasize the caramel and sweetness more, while others will favor the grainy palate and roasted dryness.
15B	Irish Beer	Irish Stout	Stout	4	4.5	25	45	25	40	1036	1044	1007	1011	A black beer with a pronounced roasted flavor, often similar to coffee. The balance can range from fairly even to quite bitter, with the more balanced versions having a little malty sweetness and the bitter versions being quite dry. Draught versions typically are creamy from a nitro pour, but bottled versions will not have this dispense-derived character. The roasted flavor can be dry and coffee-like to somewhat chocolaty.
15C	Irish Beer	Irish Extra Stout	Stout	5.5	6.5	35	50	25	40	1052	1062	1010	1014	A fuller-bodied black beer with a pronounced roasted flavor, often similar to coffee and dark chocolate with some malty complexity. The balance can range from moderately bittersweet to bitter, with the more balanced versions having up to moderate malty richness and the bitter versions being quite dry.
16A	Dark British Beer	Sweet Stout	Stout	4	6	20	40	30	40	1044	1060	1012	1024	A very dark, sweet, full-bodied, slightly roasty ale that can suggest coffee-and-cream, or sweetened espresso.
16B	Dark British Beer	Oatmeal Stout	Stout	4.2	5.9	25	40	22	40	1045	1065	1010	1018	A very dark, full-bodied, roasty, malty ale with a complementary oatmeal flavor. The sweetness, balance, and oatmeal impression can vary considerably.
16C	Dark British Beer	Tropical Stout	Stout	5.5	8	30	50	30	40	1056	1075	1010	1018	A very dark, sweet, fruity, moderately strong ale with smooth roasty flavors without a burnt harshness.
16D	Dark British Beer	Foreign Extra Stout	Stout	6.3	8	50	70	30	40	1056	1075	1010	1018	A very dark, moderately strong, fairly dry, stout with prominent roast flavors.
17A	Strong British Ale	British Strong Ale	Strong Ale	5.5	8	30	60	8	22	1055	1080	1015	1022	An ale of respectable alcoholic strength, traditionally bottled-conditioned and cellared. Can have a wide range of interpretations, but most will have varying degrees of malty richness, late hops and bitterness, fruity esters, and alcohol warmth. Judges should allow for a significant range in character, as long as the beer is within the alcohol strength range and has an interesting ‘British’ character, it likely fits the style. The malt and adjunct flavors and intensity can vary widely, but any combination should result in an agreeable palate experience.
17B	Strong British Ale	Old Ale	Strong Ale	5.5	9	30	60	10	22	1055	1088	1015	1022	An ale of moderate to fairly significant alcoholic strength, bigger than standard beers, though usually not as strong or rich as barleywine. Often tilted towards a maltier balance. “It should be a warming beer of the type that is best drunk in half pints by a warm fire on a cold winter’s night” – Michael Jackson.
17C	Strong British Ale	Wee Heavy	Strong Ale	6.5	10	17	35	14	25	1070	1130	1018	1040	Rich, malty, dextrinous, and usually caramel-sweet, these beers can give an impression that is suggestive of a dessert. Complex secondary malt and alcohol flavors prevent a one-dimensional quality. Strength and maltiness can vary, but should not be cloying or syrupy.
17D	Strong British Ale	English Barleywine	Strong Ale	8	12	35	70	8	22	1080	1120	1018	1030	A showcase of malty richness and complex, intense flavors. Chewy and rich in body, with warming alcohol and a pleasant fruity or hoppy interest. When aged, it can take on port-like flavors. A wintertime sipper.
18A	Pale American Ale	Blonde Ale	Pale Ale	3.8	5.5	15	28	3	6	1038	1054	1008	1013	Easy-drinking, approachable, malt-oriented American craft beer, often with interesting fruit, hop, or character malt notes. Well-balanced and clean, is a refreshing pint without aggressive flavors.
18B	Pale American Ale	American Pale Ale	Pale Ale	4.5	6.2	30	50	5	10	1045	1060	1010	1015	A pale, refreshing and hoppy ale, yet with sufficient supporting malt to make the beer balanced and drinkable. The clean hop presence can reflect classic or modern American or New World hop varieties with a wide range of characteristics. An average-strength hop-forward pale American craft beer, generally balanced to be more accessible than modern American IPAs.
19A	Amber and Brown American Beer	American Amber Ale	Amber Ale	4.5	6.2	25	40	10	17	1045	1060	1010	1015	An amber, hoppy, moderate-strength American craft beer with a caramel malty flavor. The balance can vary quite a bit, with some versions being fairly malty and others being aggressively hoppy. Hoppy and bitter versions should not have clashing flavors with the caramel malt profile.
19B	Amber and Brown American Beer	California Common	Amber Lager	4.5	5.5	30	45	10	14	1048	1054	1011	1014	A lightly fruity beer with firm, grainy maltiness, interesting toasty and caramel flavors, and showcasing rustic, traditional American hop characteristics.
19C	Amber and Brown American Beer	American Brown Ale	Brown Ale	4.3	6.2	20	30	18	35	1045	1060	1010	1016	A malty but hoppy beer frequently with chocolate and caramel flavors. The hop flavor and aroma complements and enhances the malt rather than clashing with it.
20A	American Porter and Stout	American Porter	Porter	4.8	6.5	25	50	22	40	1050	1070	1012	1018	A substantial, malty dark beer with a complex and flavorful dark malt character.
20B	American Porter and Stout	American Stout	Stout	5	7	35	75	30	40	1050	1075	1010	1022	A fairly strong, highly roasted, bitter, hoppy dark stout. Has the body and dark flavors typical of stouts with a more aggressive American hop character and bitterness.
20C	American Porter and Stout	Imperial Stout	Stout	8	12	50	90	30	40	1075	1115	1018	1030	An intensely-flavored, big, dark ale with a wide range of flavor balances and regional interpretations. Roasty-burnt malt with deep dark or dried fruit flavors, and a warming, bittersweet finish. Despite the intense flavors, the components need to meld together to create a complex, harmonious beer, not a hot mess.
21A	IPA	American IPA	IPA	5.5	7.5	40	70	6	14	1056	1070	1008	1014	A decidedly hoppy and bitter, moderately strong American pale ale, showcasing modern American or New World hop varieties. The balance is hop-forward, with a clean fermentation profile, dryish finish, and clean, supporting malt allowing a creative range of hop character to shine through.
21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – Belgian IPA	IPA	6.2	9.5	50	100	5	15	1058	1080	1008	1016	An IPA with the fruitiness and spiciness derived from the use of Belgian yeast. The examples from Belgium tend to be lighter in color and more attenuated, similar to a tripel that has been brewed with more hops. This beer has a more complex flavor profile and may be higher in alcohol than a typical IPA.

21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – Black IPA	IPA	5.5	9	50	90	25	40	1050	1085	1010	1018	A beer with the dryness, hop-forward balance, and flavor characteristics of an American IPA, only darker in color – but without strongly roasted or burnt flavors. The flavor of darker malts is gentle and supportive, not a major flavor component. Drinkability is a key characteristic.

21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – Brown IPA	IPA	5.5	7.5	40	70	11	19	1056	1070	1008	1016	Hoppy, bitter, and moderately strong like an American IPA, but with some caramel, chocolate, toffee, and/or dark fruit malt character as in an American Brown Ale. Retaining the dryish finish and lean body that makes IPAs so drinkable, a Brown IPA is a little more flavorful and malty than an American IPA without being sweet or heavy.

21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – Red IPA	IPA	5.5	7.5	40	70	11	19	1056	1070	1008	1016	Hoppy, bitter, and moderately strong like an American IPA, but with some caramel, toffee, and/or dark fruit malt character. Retaining the dryish finish and lean body that makes IPAs so drinkable, a Red IPA is a little more flavorful and malty than an American IPA without being sweet or heavy.

21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – Rye IPA	IPA	5.5	8	50	75	6	14	1056	1075	1008	1014	A decidedly hoppy and bitter, moderately strong American pale ale, showcasing modern American and New World hop varieties and rye malt. The balance is hop-forward, with a clean fermentation profile, dry finish, and clean, supporting malt allowing a creative range of hop character to shine through.

21B	IPA	Specialty IPA – White IPA	IPA	5.5	7	40	70	5	8	1056	1065	1010	1016	A fruity, spicy, refreshing version of an American IPA, but with a lighter color, less body, and featuring either the distinctive yeast and/or spice additions typical of a Belgian witbier.

22A	Strong American Ale	Double IPA	IPA	7.5	10	60	120	6	14	1065	1085	1008	1018	An intensely hoppy, fairly strong pale ale without the big, rich, complex maltiness and residual sweetness and body of an American barleywine. Strongly hopped, but clean, dry, and lacking harshness. Drinkability is an important characteristic; this should not be a heavy, sipping beer.
22B	Strong American Ale	American Strong Ale	Strong Ale	6.3	10	50	100	7	19	1062	1090	1014	1024	A strong, full-flavored American ale that challenges and rewards the palate with full malty and hoppy flavors and substantial bitterness. The flavors are bold but complementary, and are stronger and richer than average-strength pale and amber American ales.
22C	Strong American Ale	American Barleywine	Strong Ale	8	12	50	100	10	19	1080	1120	1016	1030	A well-hopped American interpretation of the richest and strongest of the English ales. The hop character should be evident throughout, but does not have to be unbalanced. The alcohol strength and hop bitterness often combine to leave a very long finish.
22D	Strong American Ale	Wheatwine	Strong Ale	8	12	30	60	8	15	1080	1120	1016	1030	A richly textured, high alcohol sipping beer with a significant grainy, bready flavor and sleek body. The emphasis is first on the bready, wheaty flavors with interesting complexity from malt, hops, fruity yeast character and alcohol complexity.
23A	European Sour Ale	Berliner Weisse	Wheat Beer	2.8	3.8	3	8	2	3	1028	1032	1003	1006	A very pale, refreshing, low-alcohol German wheat beer with a clean lactic sourness and a very high carbonation level. A light bread dough malt flavor supports the sourness, which shouldn’t seem artificial. Any Brettanomyces funk is restrained.
23B	European Sour Ale	Flanders Red Ale	Sour Ale	4.6	6.5	10	25	10	16	1048	1057	1002	1012	A sour, fruity, red wine-like Belgian-style ale with interesting supportive malt flavors and fruit complexity. The dry finish and tannin completes the mental image of a fine red wine.
23C	European Sour Ale	Oud Bruin	Sour Ale	4	8	20	25	15	22	1040	1074	1008	1012	A malty, fruity, aged, somewhat sour Belgian-style brown ale.
23D	European Sour Ale	Lambic	Wheat Beer	5	6.5	0	10	3	7	1040	1054	1001	1010	A fairly sour, often moderately funky wild Belgian wheat beer with sourness taking the place of hop bitterness in the balance. Traditionally spontaneously fermented in the Brussels area and served uncarbonated, the refreshing acidity makes for a very pleasant café drink.
23E	European Sour Ale	Gueuze	Wheat Beer	5	8	0	10	3	7	1040	1060	1000	1006	A complex, pleasantly sour but balanced wild Belgian wheat beer that is highly carbonated and very refreshing. The spontaneous fermentation character can provide a very interesting complexity, with a wide range of wild barnyard, horse blanket, or leather characteristics intermingling with citrusy-fruity flavors and acidity.
23F	European Sour Ale	Fruit Lambic	Wheat Beer	5	7	0	10	3	7	1040	1060	1000	1010	A complex, fruity, pleasantly sour, wild wheat ale fermented by a variety of Belgian microbiota, and showcasing the fruit contributions blended with the wild character. The type of fruit can sometimes be hard to identify as fermented and aged fruit characteristics can seem different from the more recognizable fresh fruit aromas and flavors.
24A	Belgian Ale	Witbier	Wheat Beer	4.5	5.5	8	20	2	4	1044	1052	1008	1012	A refreshing, elegant, tasty, moderate-strength wheat-based ale.
24B	Belgian Ale	Belgian Pale Ale	Pale Ale	4.8	5.5	20	30	8	14	1048	1054	1010	1014	A moderately malty, somewhat fruity, easy-drinking, copper-colored Belgian ale that is somewhat less aggressive in flavor profile than many other Belgian beers. The malt character tends to be a bit biscuity with light toasty, honey-like, or caramelly components; the fruit character is noticeable and complementary to the malt. The bitterness level is generally moderate, but may not seem as high due to the flavorful malt profile.
24C	Belgian Ale	Bière de Garde	Amber Ale	6	8.5	18	28	6	19	1060	1080	1008	1016	A fairly strong, malt-accentuated, lagered artisanal beer with a range of malt flavors appropriate for the color. All are malty yet dry, with clean flavors and a smooth character.
25A	Strong Belgian Ale	Belgian Blond Ale	Pale Ale	6	7.5	15	30	4	7	1062	1075	1008	1018	A moderate-strength golden ale that has a subtle fruity-spicy Belgian yeast complexity, slightly malty-sweet flavor, and dry finish.
25B	Strong Belgian Ale	Saison	Pale Ale	3.5	9.5	20	35	5	22	1048	1065	1002	1008	Most commonly, a pale, refreshing, highly-attenuated, moderately-bitter, moderate-strength Belgian ale with a very dry finish. Typically highly carbonated, and using non-barley cereal grains and optional spices for complexity, as complements the expressive yeast character that is fruity, spicy, and not overly phenolic. Less common variations include both lower-alcohol and higher-alcohol products, as well as darker versions with additional malt character.
25C	Strong Belgian Ale	Belgian Golden Strong Ale	Strong Ale	7.5	10.5	22	35	3	6	1070	1095	1005	1016	A pale, complex, effervescent, strong Belgian-style ale that is highly attenuated and features fruity and hoppy notes in preference to phenolics.
26A	Trappist Ale	Trappist Single	Pale Ale	4.8	6	25	45	3	5	1044	1054	1004	1010	A pale, bitter, highly attenuated and well carbonated Trappist ale, showing a fruity-spicy Trappist yeast character, a spicy-floral hop profile, and a soft, supportive grainy-sweet malt palate.
26B	Trappist Ale	Belgian Dubbel	Amber Ale	6	7.6	15	25	10	17	1062	1075	1008	1018	A deep reddish-copper, moderately strong, malty, complex Trappist ale with rich malty flavors, dark or dried fruit esters, and light alcohol blended together in a malty presentation that still finishes fairly dry.
26C	Trappist Ale	Belgian Tripel	Strong Ale	7.5	9.5	20	40	4.5	7	1075	1085	1008	1014	A pale, somewhat spicy, dry, strong Trappist ale with a pleasant rounded malt flavor and firm bitterness. Quite aromatic, with spicy, fruity, and light alcohol notes combining with the supportive clean malt character to produce a surprisingly drinkable beverage considering the high alcohol level.
26D	Trappist Ale	Belgian Dark Strong Ale	Strong Ale	8	12	20	35	12	22	1075	1110	1010	1024	A dark, complex, very strong Belgian ale with a delicious blend of malt richness, dark fruit flavors, and spicy elements. Complex, rich, smooth and dangerous.
27A	Historical Beer	Gose	Wheat Beer	4.2	4.8	5	12	3	4	1036	1056	1006	1010	A highly-carbonated, tart and fruity wheat ale with a restrained coriander and salt character and low bitterness. Very refreshing, with bright flavors and high attenuation.
27A	Historical Beer	Kentucky Common	Amber Ale	4	5.5	15	30	11	20	1044	1055	1010	1018	A darker-colored, light-flavored, malt-accented beer with a dry finish and interesting character malt flavors. Refreshing due to its high carbonation and mild flavors, and highly sessionable due to being served very fresh and with restrained alcohol levels.
27A	Historical Beer	Lichtenhainer	Wheat Beer	3.5	4.7	5	12	3	6	1032	1040	1004	1008	A sour, smoked, lower-gravity historical German wheat beer. Complex yet refreshing character due to high attenuation and carbonation, along with low bitterness and moderate sourness.
27A	Historical Beer	London Brown Ale	Brown Ale	2.8	3.6	15	20	22	35	1033	1038	1012	1015	A luscious, sweet, malt-oriented dark brown ale, with caramel and toffee malt complexity and a sweet finish.
27A	Historical Beer	Piwo Grodziskie	Wheat Beer	2.5	3.3	20	35	3	6	1028	1032	1006	1012	A low-gravity, highly-carbonated, light-bodied ale combining an oak-smoked flavor with a clean hop bitterness. Highly sessionable.
27A	Historical Beer	Pre-Prohibition Lager	Pilsner	4.5	6	25	40	3	6	1044	1060	1010	1015	A clean, refreshing, but bitter pale lager, often showcasing a grainy-sweet corn flavor. All malt or rice-based versions have a crisper, more neutral character. The higher bitterness level is the largest differentiator between this style and most modern mass-market pale lagers, but the more robust flavor profile also sets it apart.
27A	Historical Beer	Pre-Prohibition Porter	Porter	4.5	6	20	30	18	30	1046	1060	1010	1016	An American adaptation of English Porter using American ingredients, including adjuncts.
27A	Historical Beer	Roggenbier	Wheat Beer	4.5	6	10	20	14	19	1046	1056	1010	1014	A dunkelweizen made with rye rather than wheat, but with a greater body and light finishing hops.
27A	Historical Beer	Sahti	Wheat Beer	7	11	7	15	4	22	1076	1120	1016	1020	A sweet, heavy, strong traditional Finnish beer with a rye, juniper, and juniper berry flavor and a strong banana-clove yeast character.
28A	American Wild Ale	Brett Beer	Specialty Beer	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Most often drier and fruitier than the base style suggests. Funky notes range from low to high, depending on the age of the beer and strain(s) of Brett used. Funkiness is generally restrained in younger 100% Brett examples, but tends to increase with age. May possess a light acidity, although this does not come from Brett.
28B	American Wild Ale	Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beer	Specialty Beer	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	A sour and/or funky version of a base style of beer.
28C	American Wild Ale	Wild Specialty Beer	Specialty Beer	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	Variable by base style	A sour and/or funky version of a fruit, herb, or spice beer, or a wild beer aged in wood. If wood-aged, the wood should not be the primary or dominant character.
29A	Fruit Beer	Fruit Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	A harmonious marriage of fruit and beer, but still recognizable as a beer. The fruit character should be evident but in balance with the beer, not so forward as to suggest an artificial product.
29B	Fruit Beer	Fruit and Spice Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	A harmonious marriage of fruit, spice, and beer, but still recognizable as a beer. The fruit and spice character should each be evident but in balance with the beer, not so forward as to suggest an artificial product.
29C	Fruit Beer	Specialty Fruit Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer, but the fruit will often be reflected in the color	A harmonious marriage of fruit, sugar, and beer, but still recognizable as a beer. The fruit and sugar character should both be evident but in balance with the beer, not so forward as to suggest an artificial product.
30A	Spiced Beer	Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	A harmonious marriage of SHV and beer, but still recognizable as a beer. The SHV character should be evident but in balance with the beer, not so forward as to suggest an artificial product.
30B	Spiced Beer	Autumn Seasonal Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 5%, and most examples are somewhat amber-copper in color	An amber to copper, spiced beer that often has a moderately rich body and slightly warming finish suggesting a good accompaniment for the cool fall season, and often evocative of Thanksgiving traditions.
30C	Spiced Beer	Winter Seasonal Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	Vary depending on the underlying base beer. ABV is generally above 6%, and most examples are somewhat dark in color	A stronger, darker, spiced beer that often has a rich body and warming finish suggesting a good accompaniment for the cold winter season.
31A	Alternative Fermentables Beer	Alternative Grain Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	A base beer enhanced by or featuring the character of additional grain or grains. The specific character depends greatly on the character of the added grains.
31B	Alternative Fermentables Beer	Alternative Sugar Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	Vary depending on the underlying base beer	A harmonious marriage of sugar and beer, but still recognizable as a beer. The sugar character should both be evident but in balance with the beer, not so forward as to suggest an artificial product.
32A	Smoked Beer	Classic Style Smoked Beer	Specialty Beer	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	A smoke-enhanced beer showing good balance between the smoke and beer character, while remaining pleasant to drink. Balance in the use of smoke, hops and malt character is exhibited by the better examples.
32B	Smoked Beer	Specialty Smoked Beer	Specialty Beer	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	Varies with the base beer style	A smoke-enhanced beer showing good balance between the smoke, the beer character, and the added ingredients, while remaining pleasant to drink. Balance in the use of smoke, hops and malt character is exhibited by the better examples.
33A	Wood Beer	Wood-Aged Beer	Specialty Beer	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	Varies with base style, often darker than the unadulterated base style	Varies with base style, often darker than the unadulterated base style	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	A harmonious blend of the base beer style with characteristics from aging in contact with wood. The best examples will be smooth, flavorful, well-balanced and well-aged.
33B	Wood Beer	Specialty Wood-Aged Beer	Specialty Beer	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style, typically above-average	Varies with base style	Varies with base style	A harmonious blend of the base beer style with characteristics from aging in contact with wood (including alcoholic products previously in contact with the wood). The best examples will be smooth, flavorful, well-balanced and well-aged.
34A	Specialty Beer	Clone Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Based on declared clone beer.
34B	Specialty Beer	Mixed-Style Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Based on the declared base styles. As with all Specialty-Type Beers, the resulting combination of beer styles needs to be harmonious and balanced, and be pleasant to drink.
34C	Specialty Beer	Experimental Beer	Specialty Beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Vary depending on the declared beer	Varies, but should be a unique experience.

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