Eisbock

Eisbock is an German Lager beer style. Brewers Association category: German-Style Eisbock. It typically presents as light brown to black.

Notes: This is a stronger version of Doppelbock. Traditionally, these beers were created by freezing a Doppelbock and removing the ice, thus concentrating the alcohol.

ABV: 6.8%-11.3%
IBU: 26-33
OG: 1.074-1.116

Alcohol & Bitterness

ABV:6.8%-11.3%

ABW:6.8%-11.3%

IBU:26-33

Perceived Bitterness:

Very low to low

Color & Appearance

Color:

Light brown to black

Clarity:

Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present

Gravity & Body

Original Gravity:1.074-1.116

Original Gravity °P:18-27.2

Body:

Very full

Flavor Profiles

Malt Profile:

Sweet malt character is very high. Dark fruit flavors such as prune and raisin may be present

Hop Profile:

Hop aroma and flavor is absent

Fermentation Character:

Alcohol may be present in aroma. Fruity esters may be evident, but not overpowering. Diacetyl should not be present. Alcoholic strength is very high.

2026 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines used with permission of Brewers Association .

No beers have been reviewed in this style.