German Lagers: Eisbock
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.
- Color: Light brown to black
- Clarity: Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
- 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
- Bitterness: Very low to low
- Fermentation: Alcohol may be present in aroma. Fruity esters may be evident, but not overpowering. Diacetyl should not be present. Alcoholic strength is very high.
- Body: Very full
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ABV:
8.6%-14.3%
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ABW:
6.8%-11.3%
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IBU:
26-33
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Color (SRM):
15-50
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Color (EBC):
30-100
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Original Gravity:
1.074-1.116
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Original Gravity °P:
18-27.2
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Final Gravity:
N/A
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Final Gravity °P:
Style info provided entirely or in part by the Brewers Association 2021 beer style guidelines.