American-Style Brown Ale
North American Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
15 SRM26 SRM
- OG
- 1.040 – 1.060
- FG
- 1.010 – 1.018
- ABV
- 4.2 – 6.3 %
- IBU
- 30 – 45
- Color
- 15 – 26 SRM
- CO₂
- – –
Color
Deep copper to very dark brown
Clarity
Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
Malt aroma & flavor
Medium levels of roasted malt, caramel, and chocolate aromas and flavors should be present.
Hop aroma & flavor
Medium-low to high. Hop flavor and aroma should be in balance with and never dominate malt aroma or flavor attributes.
Bitterness
Medium to high
Fermentation character
Low to medium-low fruity esters may be present. 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.