Color: Deep amber to dark copper/reddish-brown
Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium-high caramel malt character should be present in flavor and aroma. Low to medium biscuit or toasted malt character may also be present.
Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Hop aroma is high, derived from any variety of hops. Hop flavor is high and balanced with other beer attributes.
Perceived Bitterness: High to very high
Fermentation Characteristics: Alcohol content is medium to high. Complex alcohol flavors may be evident. Fruity-estery aromas and flavors are medium. Diacetyl should not be perceived.
Body: Medium to full
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Color SRM (EBC): 10-17 (20-34 EBC)
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ABV: 4.9%-6.3% (6.1%-7.9%) %
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IBU: 45-80
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AE - Apparent Extract: 1.015-1.024 (3.9-6.1 °Plato)
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OG - Original Gravity: 1.058-1.080 (14.3-19.3 °Plato)