German-Style Doppelbock

German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025

12 SRM30 SRM

OG: 1.074 – 1.080
FG: 1.014 – 1.020
ABV: 6.6 – 7.9 %
IBU: 17 – 27
Color

12 – 30 SRM

CO₂

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Color

Copper to dark brown

Clarity

Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present

Malt aroma & flavor

Pronounced aromas and flavors of toasted malted barley. Some caramel and toffee character can contribute to complexity in a secondary role. Dark fruit flavors such as prune and raisin may be present. Malty sweetness is pronounced but should not be cloying. There should be no astringency from roasted malts.

Hop aroma & flavor

Hop aroma is absent. Hop ﬂavor is low.

Bitterness

Low

Fermentation character

Alcoholic strength is high. Fruity esters are commonly perceived at low to moderate levels. Diacetyl should not be present.

Body

Full

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