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Hop Smack – Beer Camp #48

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.1%
Brewed By Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
1075 E 20th St
Chico
California
USA
North America
(530) 893-3520
http://www.sierranevada.com

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American-Style Black Ale Traits

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Beer Style Description

American-style Black Ale is perceived to have medium high to high hop bitterness, flavor and aroma with medium-high alcohol content, balanced with a medium body. Fruity, floral and herbal character from hops of all origins may contribute character. The style is further characterized by a moderate degree of caramel malt character and dark roasted malt flavor and aroma. High astringency and high degree of burnt roast malt character should be absent.

Alcohol By Volume Range

6-7.5

IBU's Range

50-70

Aroma

Some fruity, floral and herbal character from hops. Malt aroma will be present.

Appearance

Dark roasted color

Flavor

Some fruity, floral and herbal character from hops. Malt flavor will be present.