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Categories
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Pale Ales
Category 1: English Pale Ale
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Color:
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Gold to copper
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Clarity:
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Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
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Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:
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Low to medium malt aroma and flavor is present. Low caramel character is allowable.
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Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:
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Earthy and herbal English-variety hop character should be perceived, but may result from the skillful use of hops of other origin.
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Fermentation Characteristics:
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Fruity-estery character is moderate to strong. Diacetyl can be absent or may be perceived at very low levels.
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Body:
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Medium
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Alcohol by Volume:
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4.40% – 5.30%
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IBU:
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20-40
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SRM Color:
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5-14