American-Style Imperial Porter
North American Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
40+ SRM
- OG
- 1.080 – 1.100
- FG
- 1.020 – 1.030
- ABV
- 7 – 12 %
- IBU
- 35 – 50
- Color
- 40+ SRM
- CO₂
- – –
Color
Black
Clarity
Opaque
Malt aroma & flavor
No roast barley or strong burnt/black malt character should be present. Medium malt, caramel, and cocoa sweetness should be present.
Hop aroma & flavor
Low to medium-high
Bitterness
Medium-low to medium
Fermentation character
Fruity esters are present but not overpowering and should complement hop character and malt-derived sweetness. Diacetyl should not be present.
Body
Full
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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.