American Barleywine

American Barleywine is an American Ale beer style. Brewers Association category: American-Style Barley Wine Ale. It typically presents as amber to deep red/copper-garnet.

Notes: Vinous, sherry-like, or port-like attributes arising from oxidation may be considered positive when in harmony with overall flavor profile. Low carbonation may be acceptable in this style.

ABV: 8.5%-12.2%
IBU: 60-
OG: 1.090-1.120
FG: 1.024-1.028

Alcohol & Bitterness

ABV:8.5%-12.2%

ABW:6.7%-9.6%

IBU:60-

Perceived Bitterness:

High

Color & Appearance

Color:

Amber to deep red/copper-garnet

Clarity:

Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures

Gravity & Body

Original Gravity:1.090-1.120

Original Gravity °P:21.6-28

Final Gravity:1.024-1.028

Final Gravity °P:6.1-7.1

Body:

Full

Flavor Profiles

Malt Profile:

Caramel or toffee malt aroma attributes are often present. High residual malty sweetness, often exhibiting caramel or toffee attributes, should be present.

Hop Profile:

Medium to very high, exhibiting a wide range of attributes.

Fermentation Character:

Complex alcohols are evident. Fruity esters are often high. Diacetyl is usually absent in these beers but may be present at very low levels.

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

No beers have been reviewed in this style.