Category 95: American Cream Ale

Color:
Straw to gold
Clarity:
Chill haze should be very low or not be present.
Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:
Medium-low to medium pale malt aroma may be present. Caramel malt aroma and flavor should be absent. The dominant flavor is of pale malt sweetness at medium-low to medium levels. Corn or other adjuncts may be perceived at low levels.
Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:
Hop aroma and flavor is very low to low or may be absent.
Fermentation Characteristics:
Fruity-estery aroma and flavor may be perceived. Sulfur and/or DMS should be absent or extremely low. Diacetyl should not be perceived.
Body:
Low
Additional Notes:
These crisp and refreshing beers are fermented warm with ale or lager yeast and lagered cold.
Alcohol by Volume:
4.2-5.6%
IBU:
10-22
SRM Color:
2-5