Color: Gold to copper
Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures. Hop haze is allowable at any temperature.
Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: A low to medium maltiness should be present in aroma and flavor.
Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Hop aroma and flavor are medium to high and can display qualities from a wide variety of hops from all over the world. Overall hop character is assertive. Perceived Bitterness:Medium to high
Fermentation Characteristics: Fruity-estery aroma and flavor is low to medium. Diacetyl should not be perceived.
Body: Low to medium
Additional Notes:
Beers exceeding 5.0% abv are not considered Session India Pale Ales. Beers under 5.0% abv (4.0% abw) which meet the criteria for another classic or traditional style category are not considered Session India Pale Ales.
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Color SRM (EBC): 4-12 (8-24 EBC)
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ABV: 3.0%-4.0% (3.7%-5.0%) %
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IBU: 40-55
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AE - Apparent Extract: 1.008-1.014 (3.1-4.6 °Plato)
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OG - Original Gravity: 1.038-1.052 (9.5-12.9 °Plato)
