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Categories
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Lagers
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Category 94: Dark Lager
Subcategory B: European-Style Dark Lager
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Color:
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Light brown to dark brown
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Clarity:
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Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present.
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Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:
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Low to medium with chocolate, roast, and malt aromas and flavors present.
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Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:
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Very low to low with attributes typical of noble-type hops.
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Fermentation Characteristics:
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Fruity esters and diacetyl should not be present.
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Body:
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Low to medium-low
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Additional Notes:
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These beers offer a fine balance of sweet maltiness and hop bitterness.
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Alcohol by Volume:
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4.8%-5.3%
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IBU:
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20-35
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SRM Color:
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15-24