American Dark Lager
American Dark Lager is an American Lager beer style. Brewers Association category: American-Style Dark Lager. It typically presents as light brown to very dark.
- ABV
- 4.1%-5.6%
- IBU
- 14-24
- OG
- 1.040-1.050
- FG
- 1.008-1.012
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1.0001.030
Alcohol & Bitterness
ABV:4.1%-5.6%
ABW:3.2%-4.4%
IBU:14-24
Perceived Bitterness:
Very low to low and dissipates quickly.
Color & Appearance
Color:
Light brown to very darkClarity:
Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
Gravity & Body
Original Gravity:1.040-1.050
Original Gravity °P:10-12.4
Final Gravity:1.008-1.012
Final Gravity °P:2.1-3.1
Body:
Low to medium-low
Flavor Profiles
Malt Profile:
Low to medium malt aroma and flavor may include low levels of caramel, chocolate, or roast.
Hop Profile:
Very low to low
Fermentation Character:
Carbonation is high.
Fruity esters, DMS and diacetyl should not be present.
2026 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines used with permission of Brewers Association .
No beers have been reviewed in this style.