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Category 84: Münchner Dunkel

Color:

Light brown to brown

Clarity:

Appearance should be bright; chill haze should not be present.

Perceived Malt Aroma and Flavor:

Malt character is low to medium, with chocolate, roast, bread or biscuit aromas and flavors contributed by the use of dark Munich malt.

Perceived Hop Aroma and Flavor:

Very low to low, derived from noble-type hops.

Fermentation Characteristics:

Fruity-estery and diacetyl aromas and flavors should not be perceived.

Body:

Low to medium-low

Additional Notes:

Dunkels do not offer an overly sweet impression, but rather a balance between malt and dark malt sweetness and hop character.

Alcohol by Volume:

4.80% – 5.30%

IBU:

16-25

SRM Color:

15-20