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Categories
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Lagers
Category 89: German Heller Bock/Maibock
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Color:
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Pale to light amber. The German word “helle” means light-colored, thus Heller Bock is a pale beer.
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Clarity:
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Appearance should be bright; chill haze should not be present.
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Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:
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Light toasty and/or bready aroma and flavor is often evident. Roast or heavy toast/caramel malt aromas and flavors should not be present.
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Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:
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Low to medium-low, derived from noble-type hops.
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Fermentation Characteristics:
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Fruity-estery aromas and flavors, if present, should be low. Diacetyl should not be perceived.
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Body:
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Medium to full
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Alcohol by Volume:
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6.3%-8.1%
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IBU:
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20-38
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SRM Color:
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4-10