German-Style Schwarzbier
German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
25 SRM40 SRM
- OG
- 1.044 – 1.052
- FG
- 1.010 – 1.015
- ABV
- 3.8 – 4.9 %
- IBU
- 22 – 30
- Color
German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
Very dark brown to black, with a pale-colored head.
Beer color may be too dark to perceive. When clarity is perceivable, chill haze should not be present.
Medium malt aroma displays a mild roasted malt character. Malt sweetness is low to medium and displays a mild roasted malt character without bitterness.
Hop aroma and flavor is very low to low, derived from noble-type hops.
Low to medium
Fruity esters and diacetyl should not be present.
Low to medium-low
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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.