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7 Amber Bitter European Beer

2 styles in this category.

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7A

Vienna Lager

A moderate-strength continental amber lager with a soft, smooth maltiness and a balanced, moderate bitterness, yet finishing relatively dry. The malt flavor is clean, bready-rich, and somewhat toasty, with an elegant im…

ABV
4.7–5.5%
IBU
18–30
SRM
9–15
Deep amber to brown
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7B

Altbier

A moderately colored, well-attenuated, bitter beer with a rich maltiness balancing a strong bitterness. Light and spicy hop character complements the malt. A dry beer with a firm body and smooth palate.

ABV
4.3–5.5%
IBU
25–50
SRM
9–17
Deep amber to brown
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Style guide data is based on the BJCP Style Guidelines. Guides from bjcp.org.

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