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Altbier

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A well-balanced, well-attenuated, bitter yet malty, clean, and smooth, amber- to copper-colored German beer.

Season(s)

Overall Flavor Profile

Winter , Summer

Malt: Toasty & Nutty

Overall Intensity

Color

Medium

Light Amber - Deep Copper

IBU Range

ABV Range

-

25

50

4.3 - 5.5%

Special Food Flavors

Balanced, Bitter, Carmelized, Crisp & Dry, Fruity, Herb, Herb & Bitter, Peppery & Earthy, Rich & Savory

Common Examples

Alaskan Amber, Bolten Alt, Diebels Alt, Füchschen Alt, Original Schlüssel Alt, Schlösser Alt, Schumacher Alt, Uerige Altbier.

Official BJCP Style Description

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