Subcategory G: Swedish-Style Gotlandsdricke

Color:: Pale to copper
Clarity:: Chill haze or yeast haze is acceptable.
Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:: Medium-low to medium. Birchwood smoke character, derived from the malting process, should be present.
Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:: Not present to very low
Fermentation Characteristics:: Bread/bakers’ yeast is traditionally used for fermentation and contributes to unique character of these beers. Fruity ester and yeasty aromas are medium to high. Diacetyl should not be present.
Body:: Medium to full
Additional Notes:: Juniper aroma and flavor should be present due to the use of juniper boughs/branches and berries in the brewing process. These beers are characterized by juniper and birchwood smoked malt.
Alcohol by Volume:: 5.5-6.5%
IBU:: 15-25
SRM Color:: 4-12
EBC:: 8-24
Original Gravity (ºPlato):: 1.040-1.050 (10-12.4 °Plato)
Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (ºPlato):: 1.010-1.014 (2.5-3.5 °Plato)
Alcohol by Weight:: 4.4%-5.2%