American-Style Black Ale
North American Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
- OG
- 1.056 – 1.075
- FG
- 1.012 – 1.018
- ABV
- 6.3 – 7.6 %
- IBU
- 40 – 70
- Color
- 35+ SRM
- CO₂
- – –
Notes
Black ales that do not meet the specifications for American-Style Black Ale may possibly be categorized as Experimental India Pale Ale.
Color
Very dark to black
Clarity
Opaque
Malt aroma & flavor
Low to medium-low caramel malt and dark roasted malt aromas and flavors are present. Astringency and burnt character of roast malt should be absent.
Hop aroma & flavor
Medium-high to high, with fruity, citrusy, piney, floral, herbal or other aromas derived from hops of all origins.
Bitterness
Medium-high to high
Fermentation character
Fruity esters are low to medium. Diacetyl should not be present.
Body
Medium
Brew to this style
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.