British-Style Barley Wine Ale

British Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025

11 SRM36 SRM

OG: 1.085 – 1.120
FG: 1.024 – 1.028
ABV: 8.5 – 12.2 %
IBU: 40 – 65
Color

11 – 36 SRM

CO₂

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Color

Tawny copper to deep red/copper-garnet

Clarity

Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures

Malt aroma & flavor

Residual malty sweetness is high

Hop aroma & flavor

Hop aroma and ﬂavor are very low to medium. English type hops are often used but are not required for this style.

Bitterness

Low to medium

Fermentation character

Complexity of alcohols and fruity ester attributes are often high and balanced with the high alcohol content. Low levels of diacetyl are acceptable. Low carbonation is acceptable in this style. Caramel and some oxidized character (vinous aromas or ﬂavors) may be considered positive attributes.

Body

Full

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