Franconian-Style Rotbier
German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
- OG
- 1.046 – 1.056
- FG
- 1.012 – 1.018
- ABV
- 4.8 – 5.4 %
- IBU
- 22 – 28
- Color
- 6 – 18 SRM
- CO₂
- – –
Color
Amber to dark red
Clarity
Clear to slightly hazy for unfiltered versions. Chill haze should not be present.
Malt aroma & flavor
Characterized by malty aroma and light malt sweetness, which should have a lightly toasted and/or caramel malt character.
Hop aroma & flavor
Low to medium-low, with attributes typical of noble-type hops.
Bitterness
Low to medium-low, producing a clean finish.
Fermentation character
DMS, diacetyl, fruity esters, and phenolic attributes 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.