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%