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16 Dark British Beer

4 styles in this category.

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16A

Sweet Stout

A very dark, sweet, full-bodied, slightly roasty stout that can suggest coffee-and-cream, or sweetened espresso.

ABV: 4–6%
IBU: 20–40
SRM: 30–40

Very dark brown to black

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16B

Oatmeal Stout

A dark, roasty, full-bodied stout with enough sweetness to support the oat backbone. The sweetness, balance, and oatmeal impression can vary considerably.

ABV: 4.2–5.9%
IBU: 25–40
SRM: 22–40

Very dark brown to black

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16C

Tropical Stout

A very dark, sweet, fruity, moderately strong stout with smooth, roasty flavors, yet no burnt harshness.

ABV: 5.5–8%
IBU: 30–50
SRM: 30–40

Very dark brown to black

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16D

Foreign Extra Stout

A very dark, rich, moderately strong, fairly dry stout with prominent roast flavors.

ABV: 6.3–8%
IBU: 50–70
SRM: 30–40

Very dark brown to black

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Style guide data is based on the BJCP Style Guidelines. Guides from bjcp.org.

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