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Categories
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Lagers
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Category 81: International Style Pilsner
Subcategory D: Australasian, Latin American or Tropical-Style Light Lager
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Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:
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Malt sweetness is absent.
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Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:
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Not present to very low.
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Fermentation Characteristics:
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Sugar adjuncts are often used to lighten the body and flavor, sometimes contributing to very low to low fruity esters such as apple or pear. Diacetyl should not be present.
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Body:
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Low
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Additional Notes:
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Common Ingredients are two-row or six-row base malt. Color malts such as victory, amber, etc. Caramel malt adjuncts. European or American hops or a combination of both.