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Altbier
A well-balanced, well-attenuated, bitter yet malty, clean, and smooth, amber- to copper-colored German beer.
Season(s)
Overall Flavor Profile
Overall Intensity
Color
IBU Range
ABV Range
Winter , Summer
Malt: Toasty & Nutty
Medium
Light Amber - Deep Copper
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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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